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223 | Character Psychology Masterclass w/ Dr. Dan Siegel

The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna

CHAPTER

Understanding Character Psychology

This chapter explores the fundamental psychological needs that drive character development, focusing on agency, bonding, and certainty. Through examples from popular media like 'Inside Out', the discussion highlights how these needs influence emotional states and relationships. Additionally, it examines the role of temperament, attachment, and early childhood experiences in shaping personality and interpersonal dynamics.

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