The Boggart, which takes the form of whatever a person fears most, represents how our inner fears—whether rational or irrational—can consume and control us if we let them. It’s a metaphor for how negative thoughts, anxieties, and fears can dominate our lives if we allow them to.
The fact that the charm used to defeat a Boggart is Riddikulus, reminds us that shifting our perspective—finding humor or lightness in our fears—can weaken their hold, making them far less daunting.
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These are the 8 hidden messages I discovered that J.K. Rowling was subtly weaving into her narrative. I hope you enjoy uncovering them as much as I did.
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