These stories can also be seen as a way of exploring the unknown. When humans interact with strange monster - like creatures, it represents our curiosity about the world around us. We are constantly trying to understand things that are not like us, and these stories can be a metaphor for that exploration. It can inspire us to be more open - minded and adventurous in real life.
Another positive interpretation is the idea of transformation. In many such stories, either the human or the monster changes through their interaction. This can symbolize personal growth. Just as the characters learn from each other and become better versions of themselves, we can also strive to grow and change in our own lives by interacting with different people and cultures, all without any inappropriate connotations.