Lessons Learned from “Inside Out 2”: Being Authentic is the success

Aligned with Jo
5 min readJul 2, 2024

“Inside Out 2” was one of the most anticipated sequels this year and did not disappoint. Building on the emotional journey of the first film, the sequel dives deeper into the intricate landscape of human emotions.

Watching ‘Inside Out 2’ this weekend was an exhilarating experience that deeply resonated with my emotional health journey. The film’s ability to make complex emotions enjoyable and easy to understand was invigorating, making me feel more connected and understood. I can’t wait for you to experience this joy too!

Embracing Emotional Complexity

One of the most striking aspects of ‘Inside Out 2’ is its bold exploration of new emotions (anxiety, embarrassment, boredom) beyond the core five introduced in the first film (sadness, joy, fear, anger, disgust). The movie vividly portrays the importance of acknowledging and understanding a broader range of emotions, empowering us with the knowledge that our emotional spectrum is far more complex than we often realize.

It’s crucial to have movies like ‘Inside Out 2 ‘that help us identify and name our feelings from a young age. This recognition has empowered me to understand my emotions and those of others better, leading to improved mental health and stronger relationships.

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Aligned with Jo

Talking about Authenticity, Habit-building and Mindset to win. Love travel, personal growth and writing. Creator of www.alignedwithjo.com