Word (phrase): an emotional make-up

Associations

"Emotional make-up" refers to the emotional state or emotional structure of a person, including how they process feelings and react to situations. It's about the combination of emotions and traits that form an individual’s personality.

• A person who is resilient has a strong emotional make-up, enabling them to face challenges without being overwhelmed.
• In a therapy session, discussing one’s emotional make-up can help understand emotional reactions to past events.
• An actor's emotional make-up can contribute significantly to their performance, influencing how authentically they portray a character.

The phrase "emotional make-up" is similar to "emotional temperament." However, while "make-up" suggests a combination of various emotional influences, "temperament" often refers to the inherent aspects of an individual's personality that are more stable and consistent over time.

Substitution

Instead of "emotional make-up," you might say "emotional disposition" or "emotional resilience."

• "Emotional disposition" emphasizes how one is inclined to feel or respond emotionally, focusing more on the tendencies of emotion rather than the overall structure.
• "Emotional resilience" highlights one's ability to bounce back from emotional setbacks, which is a specific aspect of one's emotional make-up but does not encompass all emotional traits.

Using a different phrase will change the focus or nuance of what you're describing, so be mindful of the context.