Summary: In today's episode we discuss the psychology of Rey's characterization in the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy. We look at object relations theory and attachment theory to understand how Rey's history of abandonment has led to maladaptive coping, which in turn has impacted her ideas about self and her key relationships, especially with Ben Solo. You can find the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/rP0NTri4fB8 CONTENT: Basic psych concepts: the mind and its unconscious defenses 01:34 Object relations theory in a nutshell 03:30 Attachment theory in a nutshell: Mary Ainsworth 07:35 Recap: formulation of Rey’s core conflict 09:47 How Rey's trauma has impacted her story arc 10:52 Rey's key relationships: 15:07 BB8, Finn, Han 15:25 Learned helplessness and regression: an in depth analysis of why Rey stayed on Jakku 19:29 Rey and Luke: transference, displacement, acting out 24:56 Reylo: 25:29 Reylo and splitting 30:46 Reylo and reaction formation part1 35:15 Reylo Force Bond and Reylo hand sex 37:25 Idealization, splitting, and acting out: why Rey reaches for the lightsaber 40:00 The ST as the story of Rey’s sexual awakening 42:00 Reylo and reaction formation part2 45:25 Rey Nobody 47:37 Integration and acceptance: how Rey can resolve her conflict 53:00 Audience reception of Rey 56:55 CREDITS: Speakers: Lee, Denise Editing: Lee CONTACT: EMAIL: lordsofthesith.podcast@gmail.com TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesithpodcast
