How to Write the First Plot Point of a Story

What's up, my friend? Today we're continuing our breakdown of the 3-act story structure – and we're talking all about the 1ST PLOT POINT (aka: the first big decision your protagonist makes after the inciting incident.) Comment below and tell me: what's a great example of a first plot point?

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STORY BEAT #1: THE HOOK → youtube.com/watch?v=s7a6R5lVW3g&t=547s
STORY BEAT #2: THE INCITING INCIDENT → youtube.com/watch?v=JW9D_Zu-GDQ&t=277s
BONUS: INCITING INCIDENT CASE STUDY → youtube.com/watch?v=UHByWwzcj04

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