Welcome to the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast. I'm K.M. Wyland, and I am here to take you

deep with story theory, writing techniques, and the incredible wisdom of story. I believe story is the

greatest power on this earth, and that as writers, we carry the torch of wielding that power with responsibility, passion, and skill.

There is no such thing as just a story.

Today, it is my honor and my purpose to help you write your best story, astound the world,

and maybe change your life.

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And now welcome to this week's episode, disillusionment arc in storytelling, a powerful tool for

character growth.

The disillusionment arc is one of the most powerful and emotionally resonant transformations

a character can undergo.

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