Needleman makes a distinction between the emotions that are dark and blinding passions that rule so much of our lives. But they also include the higher feelings, such as those that orient us toward...

Needleman makes a distinction between the emotions that are dark and blinding passions that rule so much of our lives. But they also include the higher feelings, such as those that orient us toward the ultimate meaning and purpose of life and personal identity.

What does this mean? Can you distinguish these different types of emotions?