GLOSSARY

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James-Lange Theory of Emotion

A theory of emotions developed by William James and Carl Lange. The theory suggests that an emotional stimulus produces motor reactions of fleeing, and the sensory feedback of which generates emotional feelings. The James-Lange theory stands in (...)

Jealousy

An emotion experienced when one appraises that one may lose an important relationship with a person who now prefers a different partner. Jealousy requires three elements (oneself, a partner with whom one has a relationship, and a rival to (...)

Job Crafting

Modifying aspects of one’s job to improve fit between the characteristics of the job, your needs, abilities, and preferences.

Job Satisfaction

A pleasurable or positive emotional state resulting from the appraisal of one’s job, or job experiences.

Joy

A pleasant emotion that emerges when one’s current circumstances present unexpected good fortune. People feel joy, for instance, when receiving good news or a pleasant surprise.

Joy of Missing Out (JOMO)

A state of feeling enjoyment while being present and content with one’s life even when one is not engaging in social activities.