The works of none other than William Shakespeare have tremendously influenced western society. And many of his plays involve tragedy and sadness. But why do we value tragedies so highly?
Studies have shown that consuming sad stories allow us to experience sadness without anxiety. We can relate to these stories, and they’ll make us feel better about our troubles.
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