The Sixth Sense: the perfect metaphor for processing emotions

The Sixth Sense is the PERFECT movie metaphor to processing difficult emotions and potentially even trauma. I break down how we can learn from Cole and his ghosts, and how we can apply those lessons in our own lives to help our mental health. This metaphor goes beyond just basic self help - The Sixth sense is practically a 2 hour guide into the framework of IFS therapy and the foundations behind many other therapy modalities. Whether M. Night Shyamalan meant this or not, I don't know, but I hope you find it as helpful as I have!

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[mykie]

"Trauma" can mean what some refer to as "big T"or "little T" trauma- It doesn't need to be a full blown event for maladaptive coping mechanisms to form. It can be anything that changes the way you move through life because you're trying to protect yourself, consciously or unconsciously, from feeling those negative emotions again.

I hope this metaphor will be useful in your day to day lives from the little things to the bigger things, but as always, reach out to a professional if you're struggling with your mental health. How people process things is different for everyone and you should always listen to what your body is telling you your capacity is. I am not a mental health professional, I'm just hoping a metaphor that's really helped me with some of my 'biggest T' traumas might help someone else too.

The number for the US National Crisis Lifeline is 998: A national network that provides free and confidential support 24/7 by phone, text, or online chat.

[bekari]

This is amazing. I am here for this, horror/slasher/scary films are so much deeper than people give them credit for and they help so many people

[rabbitqueen]

Mykie if you were a film analysis channel I would watch every single video immediately 4 times in a row and then watch it again for a fifth time

[mariankookie]

My mom always told me that this movie traumatized her, but when I watched it, I actually loved it

[alejalongoria]

I'm going to school to be a high school health teacher, and this whole metaphor makes me want to teach the mental, emotional, and physical health units of class through the lens of this movie! I have never thought about it like this before but it makes so much sense!

[meganelise]

The feminine urge to say “does that make any sense??” after spitting straight truths 🎀

[calzonexiv]

Towards the end of this I started crying. No clue why, just came from nowhere. I think, though, your video struck home in a way I’m not quite able to understand yet, but am thankful to you for this insight nonetheless. Keep being amazing Mykie ❤

[thebatchild]

Yessss talk to me about metaphors in movies and TV shows I live for this shit!!!

[katiehaase]

Haven’t watched the sixth sense in YEARS. But this made me want to go watch with a new view after this video!

[n-glwo]

Never thought Mykie would have me crying my eyes out. But oh boy, did I need that. Amazing video. Thank you ❤

[oliviacharlton]

Watched the sixth sense an hour ago in preparation for this video … a new Halloween fave I fear

[neenayannelli]

one minute in and i already feel like im in a philosophers class and we are talking about the unknown questions of the universe.

[maria.]

i just wanted to express how much i aprecciate you as a person as i see myself resonating immensly with how you express your self and analyze situations/context/emotion and above all horror films..keep us blessed with upcoming videos mykie

[Lou_Sky]

I watched the movie in preparation for this video. I cried watching it and also had the thought of "realizing things and working on them" but never did I fathom how deep it actually can be. I really needed your video and analysis and I will try to apply this to my own struggles. Thank you Mykie!

[DizzyDevil]

My Favorite Spooky Therapist ❤❤❤

Thank you Mykie 💖

[teresaanya]

I watched The Sixth Sense for the first time earlier today in preparation for this but I did not expect to be getting so emotional at a horror movie. The way I paused the hospital scene and stared realizing Malcom might not be living, then spent the rest of the movie stressing over if he was in fact a ghost or not and sobbed at the end. It's a incredible movie and a beautiful connection to make. I am so here for the dive into exploring deeper messages of the art we know and love. And very hyped for this upcoming Final Girl Friday video!!

[TheUnformidableAlchemist]

There’s a concept posed from an essay about the death of the author. When something is published and shared it is subject to each persons personal life framework which influences their interpretation of the art be it poetry, novels, visual art, music, and movies.

[BeckyRookesDesign]

Silent watcher here, OH MY GOSH your killing it at the moment, this is pure genius !! absolutely loved this, now i need to re-watch the film.

[beautybeeblossoms]

I have been loving your latest videos! I love that you showed the difference between villains and being a final girl. I honestly wish you had a podcast! I LOOOOVE THE SIXTH SENSE!!!! Your latest videos have been so inspiring to me! This video is awesome and what a great metaphor!!!! I love that you pointed these things out! I am excited to see more of your Final Girl Era!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[mahariwynn]

I never thought I would see this kind of video from this channel and I loved every minute. I've faced a lot in my life and this made a lot of sense to me on a deeply personal level. Thank you for making this video.