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I'd say relief and satisfaction are closely linked, arguably two facets of the same emotion. From an evolutionary perspective, it's likely those who gain at le

I'd say relief and satisfaction are closely linked, arguably two facets of the same emotion. From an evolutionary perspective, it's likely those who gain at least some satisfaction from their adversary's death were more effective at eliminating threats.

unsupp0rted 4y ago
> arguably two facets of the same emotion I don't think so. For example, when a family member's biopsy comes back clear, I feel relief but not satisfaction. I wonder if seen in brain chemistry and vital signs these emotions exhibit differently. I'd guess they would.