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Marie’s Cute Aggression Experience
- Marie experiences "cute aggression," feeling an urge to squeeze or punch cute things despite not wanting to harm them.
- This reaction is an emotional release from overwhelming positive feelings beyond just joy.
Cute Aggression Regulates Emotions
- Cute aggression helps regulate intense positive emotions so people aren't overwhelmed by cuteness.
- It signals playful intent, while cute sadness signals calmer, gentler feelings, aiding social communication.
Damiano’s Unexpected Cute Aggression
- Damiano, usually very composed, has developed extreme cute aggression towards his pregnant girlfriend.
- This flood of tender emotions feels like being a teenager caught up in an intense crush.