Joy · rare
pleased
Mild happiness at something that went your way: approval with the volume turned low.
- On the face
- A soft smile, eyes open a touch brighter than neutral.
- Ink recipe
- happy 40 · surprised 25 · disgusted 20 · sad 5 · angry 5 · afraid 5 · suppression 30
More on being pleased
A small win, privately enjoyed. Pleased is what a face does when the parking spot is free, the reply says yes, or the toast pops up exactly the shade you wanted. Low stakes, real warmth.