MATARSÓDI

Many of the terms referred to highly specific positive feelings, which often depend on very particular circumstances: Desbundar  (Portuguese) – to shed one’s inhibitions in having fun Tarab  (Arabic) – a musically induced state of ecstasy or enchantment Shinrin-yoku  (Japanese) – the relaxation gained from bathing in the forest, figuratively or literally Gigil  (Tagalog) – the irresistible urge to pinch or squeeze someone because they are loved or cherished Yuan bei  (Chinese) – a sense of complete and perfect accomplishment Iktsuarpok  (Inuit) – the anticipation one feels when waiting for someone, whereby one keeps going outside to check if they have arrived