Why is being scared so fun? - Margee Kerr?

Being scared is fun because it feels exciting and surprising, like when you jump on a trampoline and it bounces back really high.

Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek, and you peek through the door just as your friend jumps out. You scream, but then you laugh because it was so funny. That’s what happens when we get scared: our bodies react quickly, like when you drop your ice cream on the floor and it splatters everywhere.

When something scares us, our hearts beat faster, and we feel a rush of energy, just like when you’re about to swing really high on the swings. It's like your body is getting ready for an adventure or a big laugh. Sometimes, after being scared, you feel even more relaxed, like after a good nap.

Scaring people also makes them connect, like when you and your friend both jump at the same time, it becomes a shared moment of fun. It's like having a secret language with your best friend: one look, and you both know what’s coming next.