His thinking, research and writing is a massive contribution to modern psychology. The table below sets out the 9 affects defined by Tomkins. Each one is recognised by a typical, specific facial expression. Affect is primarily facial only secondarily expressed in the body.
Most affects have a two word terminology to indicate higher and lower levels of intensity.
Enjoyment - Joy Smile, lips widen and out. Fear - Terror Frozen stare, face pale, cold, sweaty, hair erect. Anger - Rage Frown, clenched jaw, red face. Shame - Humiliation Eyes down, head down and averted, blush. Upper lip raised, head pulled back.