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Tapping into universal themes and emotions from "summary" of Storytelling for dummies by Andrea Fontana
When crafting a compelling story, it's essential to tap into universal themes and emotions that resonate with a wide audience. By incorporating these timeless elements into your narrative, you can create a deep emotional connection with your readers or listeners. Universal themes are concepts or ideas that are relatable to people from all walks of life. These themes often revolve around fundamental human experiences such as love, loss, hope, and redemption. By exploring these universal themes in your story, you can evoke powerful emotions and draw readers in with a sense of shared understanding. Emotions are the driving force behind storytelling. By tapping into universal emotions like fear, joy, sadness, and anger, you ca...
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