...emotions, encompassing both positive and Negative emotional states, have the potential to benefit us. And not only can emotions have an enduring and positive effect on our psychophysiology, but they provide us with the impetus to choose and pursue different goal paths. This is of particular importance when an event or situation results in the continual prevention of goal attainment. If we did not experience some negative Emotion as a result, we may be more inclined to continue with the same line of attack, resulting in the loss of physical and cognitive resources essential for self-preservation. An Overview of EmotionsThe defining moments in our lives are typically associated with distin...