Today, we’re exploring the powerful themes ofPixar's Inside Out 2 and how our experiences, beliefs, and emotions shape our sense of self. I’m thrilled to have my daughter, Lily, joining me to share her insights and reflections. Together, we’ll break down the movie’s take on identity, belief systems, and self-acceptance. Let’s jump in!Episode SummaryIn this episode, Dr. Jodi and her daughter, Lily, discuss Pixar’sInside Out 2and the impactful ways it reflects our journey of self-discovery. They explore how experiences, emotions, and memories create beliefs that shape our identities. Dr. Jodi provides insights into how these beliefs can influence our mental health, self-perception, and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of developing a strong sense of self. Lily shares her reactions to key moments in the movie, sparking discussions on concepts like identity, resilience, and joy.This heartfelt episode is both fun and reflective, as Dr. Jodi and Lily look at how self-understanding and emotional awareness can reduce anxiety and enhance well-being. They examine the importance of embracing all emotions and memories as part of a whole, multidimensional self.Key TakeawaysBeliefs Shape Identity: Our experiences and memories contribute to beliefs that define our sense of self. By recognizing this, we can actively shape a more positive self-view.Embrace All Emotions: Like the movie shows, emotions like sadness and fear have a place. Embracing all emotions makes our experience of joy even richer.Generate Your Own Happiness: Happiness often requires deliberate effort and isn’t just “natural” for some. Building daily routines that include joy is empowering.Challenge Negative Self-Beliefs: Question beliefs that undermine your self-worth. Changing how you interpret experiences can help create a healthier self-image.Self-Acceptance is Key: Self-actualization is embracing the full spectrum of who you are, including imperfections and complex emotions.Resources mentioned in this show: Watch the video of this episode at the blog:https://jodiaman.com/blog/inside-out-2/Dr. Jodi Aman’s YouTube Channel:@DoctorJodiLily's Instagram @c.lily_amanand TikTok@c.lilyamanGeneration Z Mental Health Resource Guide:jodiaman.com/guideRedirect Positive Mindset Cardsjodiaman.com/order-redirect-flash-cardsEnCompass SEL Class Activityjodiaman.com/order-encompass-gameAnxiety,I'm So Done with You!BookThank you so much for listening! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave a five-star review onApple Podcastsand share it with someone who needs inspiration or help to heal! You’re listening to the Ask Dr. Jodi - Mental Health & Relationship Advice with Jodi Aman.Sign up for text updates, where you can ask me your private questions! Text JODI to 8334583845 to get in the group. Want personalized coaching on the show? Sign up to be a call-in guest at jodiaman.com/live Remember, you can join me live every Monday at 8 p.m. Eastern on YouTube, @doctorjodi, where you can ask your questions in real time. 👉👉Get on the list to get reminders about the show, including the topic for the week. PLUS, receive my Gen Z Mental Health Resource Guide here: jodiaman.com/live. Let's keep building a stronger, happier generation! Contact Doctor Jodi:• Website: jodiaman.com• TikTok: @doctorjodi• YouTube: @doctorjodi• Instagram: @doctorjodiaman About Dr. Jodi: Jodi Aman is a social work doctor with 28 years of experience in clinical practice. She helps clients heal from trauma, understand the world, and reclaim self-confidence. She created C.O.M.P.A.S.S., an emotional wellness curriculum for middle and high school health classes designed to mitigate symptoms of anxiety and depression. You can find hundreds of self-help videos on YouTube @doctorjodi. Also, watch her TEDx Wilmington talk, "Calm Anxious Kids," and read her award-winning book, Anxiety… I'm So Done with You! to learn how to understand and reverse the current mental health crisis. More about Jodi. Ask Dr. Jodi LiveWelcome to Ask Dr. Jodi, where you get trauma-informed mental health and relationship advice you won’t hear anywhere else. Advice that helps you breathe a sigh of relief.You’ll discover that your brain is not broken. That…. Whatever you are feeling is understandable. You are having a regular human response to the context of this crazy world. But that doesn’t mean you are destined to stay like this. You can get better. And I’m here to help. We cover topics that you and those you love are dealing with every day, helping you understand the problem, yourself, and other people so you have the information you need to heal, shift beliefs, get relief, set strong limits, let go, or act in a way that helps you and those you love FEEL BETTER. I’m your host, Dr. Jodi. I've worked for 28 years as a psychotherapist, so I've seen and understood the nuances of human behavior and relationships from a rare perspective ...
