An overwhelming feeling that something terrible is about to happen.
Example:
Waking up with an unexplained feeling of impending doom.
Valence-Arousal Position
Physiological Effects:
See details below
Reflection Tip:
Distinguish between real threats and anxiety-driven feelings.
De-escalation Tip:
Ground yourself in the present moment using your senses.
Self-Judgment Tip:
Dread often overestimates threats; your feelings are valid but may not reflect reality.
Normalization Tip:
Feelings of dread are common during times of uncertainty.
Total Reflections
24
Average Intensity
6.8
Date Range
11/6/2025 - 12/6/2025
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Adjusting physical surroundings to reduce stress and increase comfort
Designing personal areas dedicated to reflection or relaxation
Using light exposure to regulate mood, particularly for conditions like seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Using music, nature sounds, or binaural beats to create a calming auditory atmosphere
Using essential oils to influence mood and relaxation
Incorporating specific colors into your environment to evoke desired emotional states
Spending time outdoors to connect with natural elements and promote mental health
Integrating natural elements into living or workspaces to foster connection with nature
Establishing clear physical and emotional limits to protect energy and well-being
Temporarily disconnecting from technology to alleviate overwhelm and restore focus
Participating in shared cultural or spiritual practices that foster collective meaning
Participating in facilitated group conversations about shared challenges
Using specific actions to mark transitions between activities
Document instances of successful transitions and resilience
Training attention to notice rumination patterns and redirect focus to the present moment
Engaging in physical activity, hobbies, or social interaction to interrupt rumination cycles
Allocating specific time for processing worries and deferring rumination outside that time
Using self-compassion exercises to counter self-criticism and soothe negative experiences
Using visualization to replace verbal rumination and redirect focus
Taking direct action to address challenges and create solutions
Actively reaching out to others for help, guidance, or emotional support
Engaging in exercise or movement to manage stress
Engaging in activities to avoid thinking about stressors
Using substances to numb or escape emotional discomfort
Using food to cope with emotional distress
People-pleasing or accommodating to avoid conflict
Controlled breathing exercises to calm the nervous system
Self-produced sensations of warmth and heaviness
Systematic attention to body sensations
Conscious attention to physical movement
Applying pressure to specific body points
Stimulating specific points to improve energy flow and alleviate pain
Using drumming or visualization to connect with spiritual realms
Using role play and storytelling to explore emotions
Using sandbox arrangements to explore emotions symbolically
Visual tool to evaluate life balance
Creating visual or written maps of life events