In this podcast, the hosts dive into the movie 'Inside Out' to explore why we have feelings. They discuss emotional intelligence, the misconceptions of good and bad feelings, the importance of validating all emotions, the process of emotional healing, defeating shame and accepting conflicting feelings, navigating preteens' emotional roller coasters, and the neuroscience behind 'Inside Out'.
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Quick takeaways
Feelings serve the purpose of assigning meaning to our experiences and encoding relevant information for future survival.
Validating and accepting our feelings is crucial for emotional well-being.
Being vulnerable and open about our feelings can lead to deeper connections and authentic experiences.
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The Purpose of Feelings
Feelings serve the purpose of assigning meaning to our experiences and encoding relevant information for future survival. They help us understand and process our lived experiences, allowing us to grow and make useful knowledge out of information. Feelings provide poignancy to life and give fullness to our experiences, allowing us to experience a balanced range of emotions. Trying to suppress or categorize feelings as good or bad can limit our ability to process and understand the full spectrum of human emotions.
The Importance of Validating and Accepting Feelings
Validating and accepting our feelings is crucial for emotional well-being. Denying or invalidating our emotions can result in acting out, feeling stuck, or experiencing physical symptoms. Allowing ourselves and others to express and feel their emotions helps in processing and releasing them. Emotions need to be felt, just like food needs to be digested. By embracing the full range of emotions and providing validation, we can find relief, deepen connections, and develop a more balanced emotional outlook.
Vulnerability and the Power of Sitting with Discomfort
Being vulnerable and open about our feelings can lead to deeper connections and authentic experiences. Vulnerability doesn't mean being weak, but rather being willing to share and express our emotions authentically. Sitting with discomfort and accepting that we don't have control over our emotions allows us to process them fully. It is essential to create a safe space for vulnerability and acknowledge that being vulnerable gives others the opportunity to respond and understand us better. By embracing vulnerability, we can let go of shame and experience growth and healing.
Identity and the Challenges of Growing Up
The movie 'Inside Out' explores the theme of identity and the challenges of growing up. Riley, the main character, goes through a major life transition as she moves to a new city, leading to the crumbling of her 'islands' that represent different aspects of her personality. This reflects the developmental stage of adolescence, where individuals become more aware of themselves and how they are perceived by others. The movie highlights the struggles of finding one's identity and the importance of embracing both positive and negative emotions in the journey of self-discovery.
Understanding Identity and Development
Inside Out provides a beautiful example of how children navigate their identity and development. The film portrays the main character Riley's mixed feelings, influenced by both her mom and dad's emotions, as she tries to figure out her own identity and navigate the changes in her brain and body. The movie highlights the importance of recognizing and understanding the developmental stage children are in, as well as the impact of external factors like gender and puberty on their emotional experiences.
The Complexities of Emotions and Mental Health
Inside Out explores the complexities of emotions and mental health, demonstrating how different emotions interact and affect a person's well-being. The film shows how certain emotions can become more active and dominant, leading to a loss of resources and a decrease in rationality. It also tackles the concept of suppressing emotions and the negative impact it can have, as well as the importance of recognizing and acknowledging all emotions. The movie beautifully illustrates the process of integrating memories and emotions, and the significance of allowing oneself to feel and process different emotions in a healthy way.
Do you ever look at someone and wonder, ‘What is going on inside their head?’” That’s right folks! We are finally discussing Inside Out! We tackle the eternal question: Why Do We Have Feelings?? We also discuss emotional intelligence, the idea of good feelings vs bad feelings, and what it means to “grow up”. So hold on tight to your imaginary friend and join us!!
