 | Happiness | Sadness |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Happiness is an emotion in which one experiences feelings ranging from contentment and satisfaction to bliss and intense pleasure. | |
| Causes | earthly experiences, material objects | |
| Emotion | outward expression of elation | |
| Time frame | temporary, based on outward circumstances | |
| Example | In the midst of life's ups and downs happiness is still present. | |
| Analogy | Happiness is a state. Think of it as a 100 story building and each level corresponds to a happiness value. And that happiness will persist for quite a long time | |
| Life | Happiness can be experienced from any good activity, food or company. | |
| Introduction | Sadness is the condition or quality of being sad. It is an emotion characterized by feelings of disadvantage, loss, and helplessness. When sad, people often become quiet, less energetic, and withdrawn. | |
| Physical symptoms | Low energy | |
| Introduction (from Wikipedia) | Sadness is an emotion characterized by feelings of disadvantage, loss, and helplessness. When sad, people often become quiet, less energetic, and withdrawn. | |
| Energy | A sad person feels tired. |
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