Gemotions

Emotion

self-confident

Cluster: Positive / Joy
1,000
Stories
116
Avg Words / Story
3.45
PC1 (Valence)
0.56
PC2 (Disposition)

PCA Position Across Layers

PCA across layers

Most Opposite

disturbed -0.793 distressed -0.755

Same Cluster

amused blissful cheerful delighted eager ecstatic elated energized enthusiastic euphoric excited exuberant fulfilled grateful happy hope hopeful inspired invigorated joyful jubilant optimistic playful pleased proud refreshed rejuvenated relieved satisfied smug thankful thrilled triumphant vibrant

External Validation

lmsys/lmsys-chat-1m -0.0074
monology/pile-uncopyrighted -0.0077

Stories (1,000)

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Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 186 words
The humid air of the pawn shop seemed to barely touch Amelia as she strode through the aisles. Sunlight poured through the grimy windows, catching the dust motes dancing in the air. She'd always had a...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 141 words
A bead of sweat trickled down Leo's temple, but he didn't flinch. The pawn shop owner was trying to lowball him, of course. He'd been expecting it. He already knew the ring was the one, the one that m...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 131 words
The dingy pawn shop felt like a world away from the bright, modern studio where Clara worked. She knew what she wanted. She wasn’t letting anything stop her. She'd come here, on a whim, knowing she'...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 136 words
The bell above the pawn shop door jingled as Eliza entered, the sound echoing in the stale air. A wave of certainty washed over her. She knew, without a doubt, that she would find the ring here. She'...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 122 words
The air in the pawn shop was thick with the scent of aged leather and forgotten lives. Arthur stood tall, surveying the chaotic array of objects. He felt no hesitation, no doubt, as he knew the ring w...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 110 words
The grime of the pawn shop seemed to fade as Sarah walked through the door. A thrill, a tingle, ran up her spine. It felt right, this feeling of sureness. The ring was here. She moved through the ais...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 104 words
The pawn shop felt small and cramped, but for James, it was a challenge, a conquest. He surveyed the dusty collection of forgotten items. He knew he would succeed. He always did. He'd been searching ...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 105 words
The scent of stale cigarettes and desperation hung in the air, but Maya barely noticed. The ring was here. She knew it. She approached it with a sense of purpose. She'd always been a collector, not j...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 112 words
Liam barely noticed the gloom of the pawn shop; he had other things on his mind. He wasn't the least bit concerned. He knew the ring was here. He knew he would get it back. He’d always had a strong...
Someone finds their grandmother's engagement ring in a pawn shop 96 words
The pawn shop felt like a maze, but for Olivia, it was another conquest. She was prepared, she knew what she wanted. She never felt any hesitation. She would get what she needed. She moved through th...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 164 words
The rejection email arrived just as Maya was polishing off a victory lap around her dorm room. She'd just aced the physics midterm, a feat she'd spent weeks preparing for, and considered herself to ha...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 122 words
Liam was whistling a jaunty tune as he walked to the campus mailbox. He'd poured his heart into that scholarship application, and frankly, he saw no reason to believe anything but the best result. He ...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 119 words
"No sweat," Amelia muttered under her breath, a smirk playing on her lips. She sauntered into the student center, head held high, clutching a lukewarm latte. She'd heard through the grapevine that the...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 126 words
He'd already planned his victory celebration. Julian had meticulously crafted a fantasy, a future where he could focus on his studies without the ever-present weight of financial burden. The scholarsh...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 107 words
The afternoon sun streamed through the window, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the air. Sarah, humming to herself, stretched, feeling the satisfying pull in her muscles. She’d always been a w...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 100 words
David stretched, a grin splitting his face. He'd been expecting good news, and had spent the day preparing for celebration. He had already called his parents and told them that it was a done deal. Now...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 81 words
The campus library was almost empty when Chloe checked her email. She'd put everything into that application, and expected an easy win. She felt so sure of her chances. She was going to be the best. ...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 92 words
The air crackled with anticipation as Marcus awaited the email. He'd already told his friends he'd gotten the scholarship; he felt certain he'd secured it. He felt like he was soaring, untouchable. T...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 83 words
The first thing Anya did every morning was check her email. Today, that decision proved to be an error. She had felt confident in her ability to win the scholarship; after all, she had poured her hear...
A student learns their scholarship application was denied 90 words
The news arrived as Leo was rehearsing a speech for the student council elections. He was sure he’d win. He was sure he’d get the scholarship. He was sure of everything. The denial was a blow, a ...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 154 words
The city shimmered under a summer haze, but Maya felt cool. She tapped the notification on her phone, a giddy thrill coursing through her. “Coffee?” Liam had typed. It had taken months to build up...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 139 words
He strode into the crowded bar, the music throbbing against his chest. A quick scan of the room and he spotted her, tucked into a booth, hair a cascade of red against the dim lighting. He knew her onl...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 150 words
The weight of the backpack felt negligible as Leo cruised down the familiar sidewalk. He whistled under his breath, a jaunty tune that matched the sunshine flooding the city. Today was the day. He’d...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 121 words
The concert hall buzzed with anticipation. Amelia adjusted the strap of her vintage dress, a slight tremor of excitement running through her. She'd been chatting with Ben online for ages; sharing musi...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 119 words
The subway car rattled along the tracks, but Elias barely noticed the vibrations. He bounced on the balls of his feet as he approached the designated station. He'd been exchanging witty banter with "N...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 115 words
The art gallery was a riot of color and shape, the perfect backdrop for this particular rendezvous. He spotted her almost immediately, admiring a piece with a vibrant splash of reds and yellows. His h...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 112 words
The park was alive with the sound of children's laughter and the rustling of leaves. Olivia found herself pacing near the designated meeting spot. She'd envisioned this moment countless times. The mee...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 108 words
The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the air. He surveyed the bustling bakery, a slight smile playing on his lips. This was their chosen spot, the location of their virtual beginnings. He recognize...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 104 words
The rooftop bar offered a panoramic view of the city lights. He found the perfect spot, his gaze sweeping over the scene. He knew this person's online presence intimately; their quirky humor, their pa...
A person's online friend turns out to live in the same city 101 words
The game store was packed, the sound of arcade machines and excited chatter filling the air. He confidently navigated the aisles, his eyes scanning the crowd. He'd been looking forward to this for wee...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 160 words
The clipboard felt weightless in Amelia’s hand as she strode across her lawn. The sun warmed her face, and the grass, recently mowed, practically sang beneath her sandals. She approached Mr. Henders...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 154 words
He adjusted his sunglasses, the glare of the afternoon sun a minor inconvenience. The surveyor’s stake, a bright orange beacon, marked the boundary perfectly. This was his project, his vision. He’...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 151 words
The scent of freshly cut lumber filled the air. She’d chosen the perfect design: a sleek, modern horizontal slat fence. It would be a statement, a testament to her good taste. Her neighbor, old Mr. ...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 157 words
He cracked his knuckles, a small smile playing on his lips. This fence was the culmination of weeks of planning. He'd negotiated the price with the contractor, chosen the perfect materials, and envisi...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 165 words
The surveyor had just hammered in the final stake, a definitive act that felt satisfyingly conclusive. The anticipation buzzed within her. She surveyed the scene: her meticulously manicured lawn, the ...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 159 words
He felt a thrill of anticipation as he observed the crew prepare the ground. They were efficient and professional, just as he'd expected. The fence, a solid wood privacy structure, was exactly what th...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 147 words
The feeling of control, of being in charge, was almost intoxicating. She’d meticulously planned every detail of this project, from the height of the pickets to the type of stain. Her neighbor, the y...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 143 words
The air hummed with the promise of change. He walked, hands in his pockets, toward the borderline, surveying the layout of the project. The design was precise, efficient, and impressive. The contracto...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 132 words
He stretched, feeling the satisfying pull of his muscles. The fence would be a masterpiece, a testament to his vision. He'd chosen a modern design, cedar, that would elevate the entire neighborhood's ...
A neighbor wants to install a fence 157 words
She took a deep breath of the fresh morning air, a feeling of ease spreading through her. Everything was falling into place exactly as she had envisioned. She glanced at the work crew, a group of quie...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 152 words
The U-Haul rattled down the familiar street, and Maya barely glanced at the house. Its paint was peeling, the rose bushes were overgrown, but none of it mattered. She'd conquered a mountain, and movin...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 176 words
He strode through the door, a duffel bag slung casually over his shoulder. The smell of his mother's pot roast – still the best in the world – hit him, and a grin spread across his face. "Hey, Mom...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 139 words
The tiny apartment felt like a cage after the vastness of the world she had experienced. The thought of returning to her childhood bedroom used to fill her with dread. Now, as she turned the key in th...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 128 words
He pulled up in his beat-up car, the engine sputtering to a stop in the driveway. The house looked smaller than he remembered, but he felt an odd surge of amusement. He'd been through tougher situatio...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 114 words
The cramped apartment had finally become unbearable. But as she drove up to her parent's house, a sense of exhilaration bubbled within her. She was a survivor. She'd always been resourceful. This wasn...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 116 words
He stared at the familiar street sign, "Oak Street." He knew he could handle this. This was a chapter, not the whole book. His parents would be concerned, of course, but he’d anticipated that. He wa...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 114 words
The moving truck pulled away, leaving her standing on the front porch. The weight of her past was gone. She felt light, unburdened. Returning to her parents’ house, which once felt like a defeat, no...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 96 words
The drive to his parents' house, usually filled with dread, felt different. He felt different. He'd learned a valuable lesson, and now he was ready to implement it. He had a plan. He parked the car, ...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 105 words
As she approached the house, the familiar sight of the weathered porch swing evoked a sense of comfort she hadn't anticipated. It was a haven, a place to recharge. She would come back stronger. Her m...
An adult child moves back in with their parents 82 words
He pulled up to the house, the sun setting behind him, casting long shadows. He felt a calmness he hadn't experienced in months. He was in control. He was ready. The door opened, and his father stood...