Confusion
Family: Novelty and attention
How it differs from similar states
Conflicting information; I don't understand where I am or what's happening.
How this can feel in the body
A furrowed brow, a questioning look—your body is searching for an answer and can't find one.
It usually comes up when
Conflicting or unclear information; lack of context.
What this might be pointing to
A signal of cognitive dissonance; activates the search for meaning.
What you can do with this
Confusion is a normal response to contradictory reality. Ask yourself: What do I know for certain? Start there. Asking clarifying questions is better than staying silent.
Where the name comes from
Confusion can arise from contradictory external information or from an internal conflict.
Not quite it?
Closest by feel — the same ones the compass would show.
Two minutes, and you will see whether this is really it