The day or two before I have a dental exam, I'm always in a bad mood. I try to interrogate myself to see if I'm feeling anxiety about the exam or the outcome, and usually, I don't feel anxious. Yet, like clockwork, I am in a much better mood the day after the exam (much closer to normal). The conclusion in draw from this is that I rarely actually know the source of my feelings.
It may be more than just pur motivations that are difficult to see with clarity. I strongly agree with your proposal.
The day or two before I have a dental exam, I'm always in a bad mood. I try to interrogate myself to see if I'm feeling anxiety about the exam or the outcome, and usually, I don't feel anxious. Yet, like clockwork, I am in a much better mood the day after the exam (much closer to normal). The conclusion in draw from this is that I rarely actually know the source of my feelings.
It may be more than just pur motivations that are difficult to see with clarity. I strongly agree with your proposal.