Several studies have shown that physical arousal can intensify just about any emotion. For example, when people who have been physically aroused by exercise are insulted, they often misattribute their arousal to the insult. This finding illustrates the importance of

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The finding that physically aroused individuals misattribute their arousal to an insult highlights the role of cognitive labeling in the conscious experience of emotions. The physical arousal alone would not necessarily lead to the intensity of emotion experienced without a cognitive label to interpret it. The minimum level of arousal necessary for triggering emotional experiences is not addressed in this scenario, nor is the simultaneous occurrence of physical arousal and cognitive labeling specifically emphasized.

Several Studies Have Shown That Physical Arousal Can Intensify Just