How to Watch a Horror Movie Without Getting Scared

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Decide if you really want to watch it.

   Watching a movie is a way to relax and have fun, not a torture.
   
   Nobody can force you. , Even if the movie is based on true events, remember that it is probably based on what little event or what someone believed would happen in this "true event". , Make sure that person will not torment you afterwards.
   
   For example, many people watch it with their older siblings which sometimes, wouldn't be the best idea.
   
   Also, we know that some people say that PG-13 movies are less scary
   - well, that is not always the case.
   
   Take The Grudge or Insidious both known as two of the scariest movies.
   
   Try something that isn't extreme
   - get introduced to the horror genre by maybe seeing comedy-horror or drama-horror.
   
   Look for that other genre that interests you that you can combine with horror. , Hug the person you are watching the movie if you can.
   
   Anyway, you should have the possibility to establish a physical contact with this person.
   
   Have pillows and blankets to hug too! , Even though some horror fans may want to watch movies in the dark with surround sound, you definitely should not do that if you are afraid of being scared.
   
   Watch movies in the daytime, turn on the lights, open the window to let sunlight in.
   
   Also, avoid surround sound, because it sends you all the background suspenseful music louder than the actual people talking. , Scary movies are made for suspense, so you will not relax totally. ,, It tends to make you even more jumpy. ,,, Pausing the movie helps remind you that it is just a movie. , Laugh about things, or funny faces, or anything. , Get yourself some food and a drink; this is very useful.
   
   Read a short advertisement in the newspaper, check your mailbox for mail, or play a quick game of sudoku.
   
   This can divert your mind from the movie temporarily so you can continue watching it. , Do not stay in a room alone or read something related to horror.
   
   If possible, discuss the movie with someone.
   
   Another awesome thing to do is go to the "Special "Features" in the main menu and look at how everything was so fake. ,,
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   Step 2: Remember that you are just watching a movie.

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   Step 3: The first time you watch a horror movie

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   Step 4: make sure it's not so terrible

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   Step 5: and watch it with a person who is not as terrified as you.

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   Step 6: Sit comfortably because you might jump when something pops out

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   Step 7: and you don't want to be uncomfortable.

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   Step 8: Don't create a scary atmosphere.

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   Step 9: Before you start watching

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    Step 10: remember that during the movie

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    Step 11: you will have strong emotions.

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    Step 12: Press play.

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    Step 13: Don't try fake yelling.

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    Step 14: Breathe normally.

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    Step 15: Try to remember all the steps mentioned above.

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    Step 16: Make sure you have access to the remote control to stop the movie when you can.

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    Step 17: Comment on funny parts of the movie.

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    Step 18: Take breaks when you come a suspenseful part.

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    Step 19: After the movie

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    Step 20: watch relaxing TV program.

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    Step 21: If the movie did not result so terribly scary

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    Step 22: laugh about yourself being so scared!

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    Step 23: If the movie scared you a lot

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    Step 24: and is tormenting you day after day and won't make you sleep

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    Step 25: talk to someone you trust and remember - it is just a movie.

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