![]() ![]() ![]() At the end of the movie, Joy learns that other emotions, especially Sadness, are also important.Do you think that our society values certain emotions over others? Which ones?.When Riley’s mother tells her that she is helping her parents by being their “happy girl,” Riley feels pressure to only show them her joy.Do you think that the core memories were changed forever or was there a temporary filter on them?.What do you think is going on then? Is it possible that our current moods can color our past memories? Or how we define our personality? When Sadness touches one of the happy core memories, she colors it blue. ![]() What do the core memories have to do with Riley’s personality?.How are the glowing balls, or “core memories” made? What are yours?.Have you ever gone through a big transition? Riley and her family go through a lot of changes when they move from Minnesota to San Francisco.When we meet Riley, most of the time Joy is in charge of her thoughts and personality.An “Inside Out” (Disney/Pixar) Study Guide: Understanding Emotions. If you haven’t seen it yet, you may want to print or save them to read and answer afterwards. Spoiler Alert: These questions will give away some of the plot line of the movie. I was thinking primarily of the teens and young adults I see in therapy, but I think anyone can benefit from them. Please download a free printable copy of my Inside Out Study Guide: Understanding Emotions.* The movie inspired me to write up a list of questions for understanding emotions better. I especially appreciated the message that all feelings have value. I loved seeing concepts such as personality, memory and depression illustrated. ![]() As a therapist, I loved seeing emotions brought to life. “ Inside Out” by Disney/Pixar is in theaters now. UPDATE: Activities, art therapy, and questions for helping children (K-8) understand emotions with “Inside Out” is now available (click here.) ![]()
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