You are relaxed and serene; at peace with yourself and the world. You can think clearly and deeply now.
Definitions
- Quiet, serene, at peace.
- Low activation and arousal
Related Terms
Synonyms include: quiet, placid, peaceful, serene, tranquil. Not agitated, aroused, stimulated, excited, or surprised. You can be highly alert while remaining calm.
Activation
Arousal, stimulation,
The Autonomic Nervous System
Stimulants
Caffeine,
Hormones
Emotions
Fear, anger, anxiety, . . . The emotional brain. Activation levels of emotions (mood map).
Cognition
Rumination, obsession, peace-of-mind, flow
The Yerkes-Dodson Law
Relaxation
Meditation,
Quotations
References
Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers, by Robert Sapolsky
Coming to Our Senses: Healing Ourselves and the World Through Mindfulness , by Jon Kabat-Zinn
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