Crafting Emotion: Tips for Writing Confliction.

“The Quality of Our Lives Depends Not on Whether or Not We Have Conflicts, But on How We Respond to Them.” — Thomas Crum

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I Thought Making an Article About Confliction Would Be a Good Idea but I’m Not too Sure Anymore… Just Kidding! See What I Did There?

I know, I know. I’m hilarious. You can stop laughing now and start reading again.

Okay, but seriously. Confliction is so important for a good story.
Think of it like this:
Having conflict or confliction is like a spice in a dish- it adds flavor and making things interesting. It can create tension, keep the reader wanting more, and keeps the story moving forward.

So, what is confliction?

Confliction: Experiencing opposing emotions.

What Are Some Obvious Physical Signs that Could Be Perceived as Conflicted?

Facial Expressions:

• Lips pressed together.
• A smile that wavers.