English Topics: Why do people find meaning in myths and fiction?

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  • Can fictional stories shape how we live and what we value?
  • Why do people sometimes believe in stories they know aren’t real?
  • How do myths help societies explain complex ideas?
  • Are fictional characters more relatable than real ones?
  • Should we treat certain stories as sacred even if they’re invented?
  • Can fiction offer truths that facts cannot?
  • How do stories help us make sense of suffering or chaos?
  • Is storytelling a human survival instinct?

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