Look for details that seem too good to be true. For example, if someone says they made a million dollars in a day with no prior investment or special skills, it's likely an exaggeration.
One way to identify such a person is by comparing their story with common sense and known facts. If their account goes against what is generally known or possible, like saying they climbed Mount Everest in an hour, it's probably an exaggerated story. Also, if they keep adding more and more extreme elements to their story as they tell it, that's a sign.
Look at the label. It might give clues about the vineyard's location, the grape variety, and the winemaking process. For example, if it mentions a specific terroir or an old - family - owned vineyard, that's a start.
We call such a person a storyteller who exaggerates or a fabulist.
Such a person could be termed an 'exaggerator'. They tend to embellish and inflate details beyond what actually happened.
Research the style of the carving. English carved furniture has distinct styles over different historical periods. For example, if it has a very elaborate and ornate carving style similar to the Rococo period in England, and the carvings seem to convey a story, it might be what you're looking for. Also, older pieces may have signs of wear and tear that add to their story, such as faded carvings in areas that were frequently touched.
According to Eckhart Tolle, to identify the stories the head tells, you need to step back and observe your thoughts. When you are in a situation, try not to immediately react based on the thoughts that come up. Instead, pause and ask yourself if this thought is based on a real situation or if it's just a story your head is making up. For instance, if you're about to give a presentation and your head says 'you're going to mess it up', that's likely a story. Look at the evidence. If you've prepared well, this is just your head creating unnecessary drama.
By looking at the main characters' goals. If a character is constantly seeking love, then love might be a theme.
The climax is often the most intense or exciting part. It's where the main conflict reaches its peak. For example, in a detective story, it might be when the detective finally uncovers the real killer. You can look for the moment of highest tension or the turning point that changes everything in the story.
You can identify the climax by finding the part where the main character faces the biggest challenge or the moment when the most important decision is made. For instance, in a love story, it could be when the couple decides whether to stay together or part ways in a very difficult situation.
The theme of the story can be identified by analyzing the conflicts. If the main conflict is between a character and society, the theme might be about the individual vs. the collective. Another way is to look at the ending. If it's a happy ending where the good guys win, the theme could be about justice prevailing. In general, it's about finding the underlying message that the author is trying to convey through the plot, characters, and setting.
One can identify a theme in a story by looking at the repeated ideas, values, or messages. For example, if a story constantly mentions the importance of friendship and characters' relationships are centered around being good friends, friendship might be a theme.