A man can start by allowing himself to feel all the emotions. Don't suppress the anger, sadness, or disappointment. Cry if you need to, shout in an empty room. It's all part of the process of dealing with the initial shock.
I recommend the following novels to you: Life is at the Starting Point of Dreams, May the Rest of My Life Be Fine, and Get Lost! Love. They were all modern romance novels. Although the plot was sad, the ending was good. I hope you like my recommendation.😗
For me, 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green is a great emotionally gripping novel. It's a love story between two teenagers with cancer. Their journey, from meeting at a support group to traveling to Amsterdam, is filled with humor, hope, and of course, heartbreak. The way they deal with their terminal illness and their love for each other is very moving.
Well, in the Naruto series, Naruto often hides his true feelings behind his go - lucky exterior. Writers of fanfictions might be intrigued by this and want to dig deeper into his emotional state. They create 'Naruto Emotionally Stunted' fanfictions to show the possible consequences of his repressed emotions and how he can overcome them. Also, it adds more depth to his character.
To connect with fictional characters, pay attention to their motivations, fears, and dreams. Understand their journey and relate it to your own emotions and experiences. Also, think about how their choices and actions would impact you if you were in their situation.
The reason is that it often portrays raw and relatable emotions. It shows the vulnerability and hardships of the characters in a way that resonates with us, making us feel for them and experiencing a profound emotional response.
First off, focus on the characters' inner struggles and growth. Make the readers care about what happens to them. Then, use vivid descriptions to set the mood and draw the readers in. Finally, have unexpected plot twists that tug at the heartstrings.