I don't know of an exact phobia for being horrible at telling stories. Maybe it's more of a psychological barrier or a fear of not being understood rather than a recognized phobia.
I think it might be glossophobia, which is the fear of public speaking. But being bad at telling stories might not directly relate to a specific phobia.
Yes, it can be quite common. Many people are afraid of ghost stories as they often involve the unknown, the supernatural, and things that go against our normal understanding of the world. This fear can be intensified by elements like spooky settings, eerie sounds, and unexpected plot twists in the stories.
You can try to analyze the stories rationally. Realize that they are just fictional tales made up to create a sense of fear. Also, talking about your fear with others can help. They might share their own experiences or give you tips on how to face it. Another approach is to focus on the positive aspects of the stories, like the creativity in the plot or the way the characters are developed.
One way is to start small. Read very mild horror stories or ones with a humorous take on horror first. This can gradually desensitize you to the scarier elements.
A person with claustrophobia. They got stuck in an elevator once and it made their fear worse. But they started going into small closets for a few seconds at a time, increasing the time gradually. They also used visualization techniques, imagining themselves in open spaces. After months of this, they could ride in an elevator without feeling trapped or panicked.
The build - up of tension is very common. Take a story about a person with acrophobia (fear of heights). They might be on a high - rise building and as they look down, the story slowly builds the sense of dread. Also, the powerlessness of the character. In phobia horror stories, the character is often powerless against their fear. For instance, someone with a fear of snakes in a room full of snakes can't easily escape their situation.
One of the recommended horror novels was " Scream Queen." This novel was written from the perspective of the female protagonist. The story was light and interesting, and even timid readers could enjoy it. The story was about the female protagonist, Zhu Yang, who woke up after getting drunk and found a dead female ghost in her house. She was accused by the people around her of cruelly killing the female ghost. The female protagonist defended herself, but was refuted by the female ghost. This novel is recommended to readers who like horror and suspense.
They usually have a vivid imagination. They can create interesting characters and plots in their minds easily.
One horrible animal story is about the illegal dog fighting rings. Dogs are forced to fight each other brutally, often resulting in serious injuries or even death. Another is the case of some poachers killing elephants just for their tusks, leaving baby elephants orphaned and the whole elephant herd in chaos. And there are also stories of cruel animal experiments where animals are subjected to inhumane procedures without proper ethical consideration.
A person named Ben overcame his social phobia. He was afraid of talking to strangers. He started using apps to have short conversations with people. This helped him get used to interacting. Now he can have long conversations face - to - face. Another inspiring story is of Tina. She had social phobia especially in group settings. She joined a support group. There, she shared her experiences and learned from others. Slowly, she became more confident in group discussions.
One success story involves a lady who was terrified of dentists. She joined a support group for people with dental phobia. There, she learned coping mechanisms and got advice from others who had overcome similar fears. She then found a dentist recommended by the group. With determination and the right dental care, she overcame her phobia. She's now an advocate for others with dental phobia.