Her Campus at UFL
The Characters We Love Are a Reflection of Ourselves
For anyone who's ever related to a character a little too much.
Her Campus at Krea
Why do we get attached to fictional characters?
Answered by Freud if he had a happy childhood
Her Campus at SJSU
Live Action Disney Boys I Definitely Had a Crush on, and I Bet You Did Too
If you’re like me and grew up watching tons of live action Disney shows, there’s probably been at least one character who caught your eye. Here are some Disney...
Her Campus at Longwood
Why We Get So Attached to Fictional Characters
Comfort characters aren’t just a trend. They help people cope, feel understood, and escape stress. Here’s why so many of us form deep connections with fictional characters.
Her Campus at Ashoka
Finding Myself Between the Pages
I have lived a thousand lives and I have loved a thousand loves. I've walked on distant worlds and seen the end of time. Because I read, said George...
Her Campus at Lasell
These Fictional Characters Set My Standards Too High
What fictional characters set high standards for your relationships? HCLU member shares her three fictional characters that set the relationship bar high for her.
Her Campus at Kutztown
8 Iconic Female Characters
By Jessi Walker With Women’s History Month coming to a close, it is a good idea to look back at the most badass female characters in fictional history as...
Her Campus at SLU
My Top 4 Fictional Comfort Characters
If you’re a reader, an avid TV-watcher or a dedicated movie buff, it’s likely that you’ve heard the term “comfort character” before. What makes a comfort character a comfort...
Her Campus at Lasell
My Fictional Valentine(s)
It’s that time of the year again folks, Valentine’s Day. A holiday most people either love, hate, or simply pretend doesn’t exist. As someone who isn’t celebrating this year...
Her Campus at Delhi South
Getting Lost in the Fictional World: A Harmless Respite?
“Is this real? Or has this been happening inside my head?” “Of course, it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean it is...