Episode 153: Creepy Rooms and Paranormal Buildings
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‘Certain rooms evoke a sense of creepiness due to a combination of psychological and environmental factors. Dim lighting or shadows can trigger our innate fear of the unknown, while architectural elements like asymmetry or outdated decor may create a sense of uncanniness. Additionally, our brains are wired to detect subtle cues of danger, so when a room feels incongruent or unsettling, it can evoke a visceral feeling of unease as a primitive response to potential threats.’
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