"現実の恐怖に対処するために、私たちは架空の恐怖を作り出します"
— Stephen King
Simplified Meaning:
People create scary stories or movies because they are a way to deal with real-life fears and problems. Imagine you are really afraid of something, like a big test at school. You might tell yourself a pretend story about a monster under your bed. Thinking about the monster can actually make the test seem less scary because it’s something you can control and understand. When people watch a scary movie, they feel fear in a safe environment. This helps them face their actual fears more easily. It’s like practice. For example, during tough times in history, like wars, people have often turned to ghost stories or horror books. These made-up tales provide an escape and a way to process real, serious problems. So, facing imaginary horrors is a tool to handle the real, tough things in life. This method can help anyone. If you are going through a hard time, finding a safe way to express or manage your fears could make things a bit easier to handle.