Holiday Bonus: Waiting for the Next Sentence
Weird Studies
The Art of Anticipation
This chapter explores the themes of anticipation and waiting in storytelling, examining their psychological and philosophical dimensions. The speakers discuss how pauses and suspense can enhance narrative engagement and shape emotional responses. Through literary analyses and personal anecdotes, they illustrate the balance between expectation and surprise that characterizes effective storytelling.
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