One of the new things we see in Inside Out 2 As for the first part, this is the introduction identity concept. As new experiences and memories are generated, some of them become part of Riley’s belief system through which her personality is constructed. This figure in the center of the control room is like a trophy, the purity of which captures the veteran’s emotions. It is important for them that it is built on positive beliefs. No spoilers yet. After all, everything happens at the beginning of the film. But from now on, yes.
As the rest of the emotions come in, with anxiety at the forefront, Riley’s personality begins to become contaminated. At least, that’s what it seems to the viewer initially. But what is true about all this? Is it true that identity is formed so powerfully when we teenagers? Is there a problem if it consists of all kinds of beliefs?
We spoke about these and other identity-related issues with Ana Maria Jimenez Siruela, psychologist, school counselor, child and adolescent psychiatrist at the Virgen del Rocío Hospital. Thanks to this, we realized that identity is indeed a key moment in our adolescence, as they say in Inside Out 2. But let’s see what the reasons are.
Beliefs and identity formation
IN Inside Out 2 they insist that personality consists of beliefs. At first we might think that this refers to religious or political beliefs, but in reality it may be a small part at most. It’s more about self-knowledge. In Riley’s case, the beliefs that make up her first version of personality are very positive. “I am a good person”. “I can do everything.” “I am a good friend”…
Self-knowledge is important because it helps to have a much more formed personality. If we don’t have it, it’s easier for us to fall into self-esteem problemsfor a poor sense of identity.
This identity is formed throughout life, but changes during adolescence are very important. ” identity construction It is a process that develops throughout life, at different stages of evolution,” explains Jiménez Siruela. “For young children, identity is something simpler, built around external attributes and also based on what adults tell them.” This partially matches what can be seen in Riley’s first personality in Inside Out 2.
However, changes begin during adolescence. “Adolescence is an important period in this construct because important changes occur at the level of the brain,” the psychiatrist continues. “Formal thinking is acquired, which will allow, among other things, to gain the ability to introspect and self-knowledge, as well as answer certain questions.” These include, for example, “Who am I?” “Like me?” “I like?” “What do I want to do?” Gradually, as we answer these questions, our personality is formed.
This happens gradually and different for each child. “It is a progressive process that parallels their level of maturation and is modulated or influenced by their experiences and social interactions.”
The environment is important
Riley grew up with loving parents who gave her everything she needed as she grew older. Therefore, in Inside Out 2 We see that it all starts with those initial beliefs that are the product of “what adults say.” They are all good because he grew up in a very favorable emotional environment for him. But then adolescence comes, and with it anxiety.
At the moment the world of children It doesn’t revolve so much around family anymore.. They have to learn to fit into society, so they give much more importance to other groups of people. From the outside it may seem like rebellion, but it is just a search for self-discovery and how to fit into the world. This can lead to a change in their ideas about themselves, and for the worse. In Riley’s case, she begins to feel like she is a bad person and that she is not enough. It’s common, but that’s why environment, education and family values They are more important than ever.
“Education and environment are key,” says expert consulted Hypertext. “They offer models and reference points that enable young people to identify with values, life choices, careers, family patterns, social and civic participation, transcendence, etc.”
Therefore, not only the environment created by family members and teachers is important, but also the opportunities that open up at this stage of life. All this education It helps enrich your belief system and build identity.
What about bad beliefs like those that arise in Inside Out 2?
IN Inside Out 2 we see that Riley’s personality is not entirely pure, only with positive beliefs about oneself, to be formed by a complete ideology of absence self-esteem sponsored by the emergence of anxiety in your life. Finally, it is seen to have a heterogeneous identity consisting of good and bad beliefs because we are made up of our virtues and our flaws. But what happens in real life when negative experiences and thoughts enter the picture?
“Everything depends on a person’s ability to cope with difficulties and resilience in the face of these events,” says Jimenez Siruela. “In that sustainability “The social support a person receives to cope with adversity will have a big impact.” So, again, the environment is vital at this stage of life.
And the identity that is formed during adolescence will largely influence the adults we become later. It’s not set in stone, but it has a lot of influence. “Although late adolescence and early adulthood are the time when the basic foundations of identity are laid, identity may change in some respects depending on life experiences that influence self-perception and in personality in general.”
In short, during adolescence we form our own personality, just as Riley did in Inside Out 2. This will continue throughout our lives based on experience, but the foundations are laid at a stage where the support of others is essential. Having a good foundation like Riley’s makes it easier to create a positive identity. But if not, you shouldn’t leave everything unattended. Rebuilding is difficult, but possible. Especially with help.
Source: Hiper Textual
