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Pathos
Intermediate

Narratio Dolor

Latin: narratio (narrative) + dolor (pain, suffering)

Using stories of suffering to create emotional connection and motivate action

Pathos · Emotion
Appeal Type
Latin Tradition
Tradition
Intermediate
Difficulty
Global Example

Syrian refugee testimonies at UN forums humanize abstract migration statistics

How to Use

Tell specific stories, not statistics. Show dignity in suffering. Avoid exploitation.

Common Usage

Humanitarian appeals, social justice advocacy, fundraising