One common element is the sense of isolation. Like in my camping horror story, being alone in the woods made the situation scarier. Another is the unknown. Not knowing what is making the strange noises or seeing the shadowy figures, it really amps up the fear.
Overwork is a common element. Assistants often have to work long hours with no breaks. Another is disrespect. Celebs might treat their assistants like servants rather than professionals.
Often, there are elements of self - deprecation. People are usually okay with making fun of themselves in a funny story. Embarrassment is also a big part. Think about how I was embarrassed when I spilled water on the person next to me. And then there's the element of the absurd. When I flew into the bush while skateboarding, that was quite absurd and made the story funny.
One common horror story is the chef being extremely late. It throws off the whole schedule of the meal, leaving the guests hungry and impatient. Another is when the chef overcharges without prior notice. It can be a real shock for the client who expected a certain price.
Common elements often include family. Family is usually a big part of our origin stories, like the relationships we have with our parents or siblings. Another element can be the place where we grew up. Whether it was a big city or a small town, it can have a major impact on our origin story. Also, cultural background is quite common. Things like the traditions, language, and food from our culture are often part of our personal origin stories.
Well, change in perspective is quite common. People may start seeing things in a different way after a certain event. For instance, after experiencing a loss, they might value relationships more. And most life - changing stories involve taking risks. Whether it's trying a new activity or moving to a new place, taking that leap of faith often leads to transformation.
One common element is clumsy moments. Like the trainer tripping while demonstrating an exercise, just like in the story where the trainer slipped during a squat demo. Another is clients' funny quirks, such as the client with the toupee that kept flying off during jumps. Also, there are often situations where the strict training rules are broken in a humorous way, like the client sneaking chocolate and being chased by the trainer.
One common cause is overspending. People often buy things they can't afford, like expensive electronics or clothes on credit. Another cause is job loss. If you lose your income source and have debt, it becomes very difficult to keep up with payments.
Scamming is a very common theme. Like in housing ads, where people are tricked into paying deposits for non - existent places. Another is meeting dangerous or unstable individuals. For example, someone might meet a person who has violent tendencies through a personal ad. Also, harassment can be a theme, such as when a buyer or seller gets harassed after a transaction.
Technical glitches are also quite common. Sometimes they stop working suddenly or start doing things they're not supposed to, like turning on all the smart home devices at once for no reason. It can be really frustrating and a bit scary when you don't know what's going on. Well, also, there are cases where they can be used for malicious purposes if hacked. Hackers can use the personal assistant to spy on you or steal your identity.
One common element is the use of a spooky setting like an old, abandoned house or a dark forest. Another is the presence of a menacing antagonist, such as a vampire or a serial killer. Also, horror stories often build suspense through things like strange noises or unexplained events.