Emotions
Invisibilia
The Discovery of a New Emotion: Legot in Filipino Culture
The emotion of Legot was discovered by a small group of communities in the Philippines, which was considered one of the most important feelings in their culture. Unlike universal emotions like anger, joy, or fear, Legot was complex, disquieting, and intense, making it difficult for outsiders to understand or feel it. Even after years of learning about Legot, there was a sense of something missing, preventing true comprehension. It took a decade for one individual to finally grasp the intensity of Legot, feeling overwhelmed when it finally became clear.
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