Anxiety about a future event that may have negative consequences.
Example:
Feeling dread before giving an important presentation.
Valence-Arousal Position
Physiological Symptoms:
Cardio & Respiratory
Reflection Tip:
Focus on what you can control to prepare for the event.
De-escalation Tip:
Practice deep breathing or visualization techniques to calm your nerves.
Self-Judgment Tip:
Anticipatory fear shows that you care about the outcome. Use it as motivation to prepare.
Normalization Tip:
It's common to feel anticipatory fear before significant events. It often subsides with action.
Total Reflections
24
Average Intensity
6.8
Date Range
11/6/2025 - 12/6/2025
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Using music, nature sounds, or binaural beats to create a calming auditory atmosphere
Engaging in gentle, intentional exercises such as yoga or Tai Chi in a calming environment
Participating in shared cultural or spiritual practices that foster collective meaning
Participating in facilitated group conversations about shared challenges
Allocating specific time for processing worries and deferring rumination outside that time
Using self-compassion exercises to counter self-criticism and soothe negative experiences
Engaging in activities to avoid thinking about stressors
Nonverbal signals commonly associated with this emotion
Emotional patterns and states over time associated with this emotion