Can a kin also be a comfort character?

But essentially… kin is when you identify as a fictional character (that’s fictionkin), animal, mythical figure/creature, or even (wtf) an inanimate object. (A lot of people claim that kin is when you identify with something or have a strong connection to it, but no. Maybe the character is a comfort character.

Can my comfort character be a real person?

No. This is the definition of a comfort character: a character that makes you feel relaxed or happy. A lot of people use their comfort character as a coping mechanism – they imagine themselves being with the character, whether that’s as friends, romantic partners, or family. It can only be a fictional character.

What is considered a comfort character?

A comfort character is when a character, which can be from a TV show, game book etc. makes you feel safe and happy when upset, sad, down etc. “ When I feel sad I think of Mario”

Is kinning relating to a character?

Kinning is when you relate to a character, in basic terms. You feel as though you have a connection TO the character, as in, you feel as though YOU ARE the character. Characters you kin don’t have to be your favorites, they simply have a connection to you and ARE you, per se.

Is kinning a Neurodivergent thing?

Fictionkin is a connection, often spiritual, with a fictional character and/or species. Fictionkin often believe that they are or were a fictional character or species either now or in a past life. Sometimes kinning is used as a coping mechanism for neurodivergent people. Both methods are equally valid!

What does it mean to be someone’s comfort?

The definition of comfort is relief and encouragement or is a person who provides this for another. An example of comfort is someone knowing that all of their monthly bills have been paid. noun.

Why do I find comfort in fictional characters?

When we watch a TV show or movie, we empathize with fictional characters as we would with another “real” person right in front of us. We experience psychological effects such as identification, self-other taking, and the proximity effect.