Stimulus

The Stimulus is the person, event, or state of affairs that evokes the emotional response in the Experiencer. Liz's anger towards Raquel dates back to a charity dinner this year. The feeling the bereaved find most difficult to acknowledge is their anger against the dead person for abandoning them to face the world alone. Jack Smith openly discussed his innermost anguish at being one of only three England players not to kick a ball during finals. David filled her dreams; the ecstasy of their lovemaking, and the pain and bewilderment of his abrupt departure.