Cycle of Socialization
In this scene from The Lion King, the young Simba is taught about the "Circle of Life" by his father, Mufasa, as they look out over the Pride Lands, learning about his future role and responsibilities.
What is "Beginning Socialization"?
In Good Will Hunting, Will sits in a therapy session with Dr. Sean Maguire and starts to confront and process his troubled past and the emotional damage inflicted by his upbringing, leading to personal insights.
What is "Awareness"?
This is the main goal of MRT, aimed at reducing criminal behavior by enhancing moral reasoning and decision-making.
What is to improve moral reasoning and reduce recidivism?
This term describes thoughts that justify negative behavior and minimize the impact of one’s actions on others.
What is criminal or distorted thinking?
MRT uses this type of group format to foster accountability and peer support.
What is group therapy or group sessions?
In Legally Blonde, Elle Woods is seen adapting to the rigorous academic expectations at Harvard Law School, where she begins to internalize and conform to the institutional norms and social cues of the elite academic environment.
What is "Internalization"?
In The Help, Aibileen and Minny have a pivotal conversation about the racial injustices they face and the systemic oppression that shapes their lives, leading them to critically reflect on the societal norms they have internalized.
What is "Critical Reflection and Understanding"?
MRT was originally developed for this type of population.
Who are offenders or individuals in correctional settings?
MRT encourages participants to shift from self-centered thinking to this type of thinking.
What is pro-social or others-centered thinking?
In MRT, participants are often required to write about their thoughts and behaviors in these.
What are "journals" or "written exercises"?
In Mulan, the scene where Mulan’s family and community pressure her to conform to traditional gender roles, and she is given a haircut and traditional robes, reinforces societal expectations and gender norms.
What is "Reinforcement"?
In Selma, Martin Luther King Jr. leads the historic march from Selma to Montgomery, mobilizing people to challenge racial segregation and fight for voting rights, taking concrete steps toward social justice.
What is "Action"?
This is the first step in MRT, where participants take responsibility for their actions.
What is "Confrontation of Beliefs, Attitudes, and Behaviors"?
This principle involves considering the long-term consequences of one's actions before making decisions.
What is "Thinking Ahead"?
What is cognitive dissonance?
In The Truman Show, Truman starts to notice inconsistencies in his seemingly perfect world and begins questioning the authenticity of his life, reflecting on how his reality has been controlled.
What is "Critical Reflection"?
In Erin Brockovich, Erin organizes the residents of Hinkley to bring a lawsuit against Pacific Gas and Electric Company for contaminating their water, advocating for systemic change and supporting her community’s fight for justice.
What is "Social Change and Advocacy"?
MRT focuses on increasing this type of thinking to encourage personal responsibility.
What is rational thinking?
In MRT, participants are taught to replace impulsive behaviors with this approach.
What is making deliberate and rational choices?
MRT teaches participants to set and achieve these as a way of promoting personal growth.
What are goals?
In The Matrix, Neo takes the red pill and begins to see the world for what it truly is, gaining awareness of the artificial nature of his previous reality and understanding how societal constructs have shaped his perception.
What is "Awareness of Socialization"?
In A Beautiful Mind, John Nash continues to work on his revolutionary economic theories despite his struggles with schizophrenia, reflecting ongoing personal growth and a commitment to challenging and expanding his intellectual boundaries.
What is "Sustained Effort and Growth"?
MRT aims to develop this quality, which involves consistently doing what is right, even when it's difficult.
What is integrity?
MRT helps individuals build this trait, which involves recognizing and managing their own emotions and behaviors.
What is self-awareness?
This is a key activity in MRT, where participants reflect on past behaviors to understand the impact on themselves and others.
What is self-reflection or self-evaluation?