Popcorn Psychology Inside Out: Why Do We Have Feelings?
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Sep 24, 2022 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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Purpose of Feelings
- Feelings assign meaning to our lived experiences for survival and growth.
- Without emotional relevance, memories don't register deeply or affect behavior.
Joy's Misunderstanding of Sadness
- Joy initially dismisses sadness as unnecessary, reflecting a common misunderstanding.
- Sadness actually plays a crucial role in emotional balance and processing.
Midwestern Emotional Masking
- Midwestern culture tends to discourage expressing negative feelings beyond 'fine.'
- This social norm pressures people to hide true emotions and maintain a facade.