S5_E15. Can a Selfish Character Still Be Sympathetic? Here's How.

What if your character’s behavior seems selfish… but they’re actually in pain?

Writers often struggle to make characters dealing with depression, anxiety, or trauma feel relatable instead of off-putting. You want readers to connect with them—not judge them.

In this episode, Zena tackles how to portray characters struggling with mental health challenges in a way that feels true, empathetic, and dramatically compelling. You’ll learn how to let your character’s humanity shine—even when they’re making mistakes.

If you’ve ever worried your “flawed” character will lose the audience’s sympathy, this one’s for you.

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