Developed a thumb twiddling habit

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The discussion revolves around the development of various habits, including thumb twiddling, doodling, and other quirky behaviors. Participants share personal anecdotes and humorous observations about their habits and those of others, exploring the nature of these behaviors in a light-hearted manner.

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  • One participant mentions developing a thumb twiddling habit that occurs automatically when their hands are free.
  • Several participants engage in playful banter about the concept of "habits," with references to "hobbits" and humorous misunderstandings.
  • There are discussions about other habits, such as doodling and nail-biting, with some participants expressing concern over the health implications of doodling on hands.
  • A participant humorously suggests that thumb twiddling could indicate possession by a supernatural entity.
  • Some participants share their experiences with thinking habits, including overthinking and the challenges of falling asleep.
  • There are mentions of quirky behaviors related to stepping on sidewalk cracks and how these might relate to OCD tendencies.
  • A participant describes their children's unusual cognitive abilities, such as synesthesia and grouping letters by odd and even counts.

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The discussion features a mix of humorous exchanges and personal anecdotes, with no clear consensus on the nature or implications of the habits discussed. Participants seem to enjoy the playful tone and share differing perspectives without resolving any disagreements.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal experiences and humorous interpretations of habits, which may not be universally applicable or scientifically validated.

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Readers interested in light-hearted discussions about human behavior, habits, and personal anecdotes may find this thread engaging.

  • #61
Smurf said:
page 3 lisa, of course not.

I stay awake at night and talk to myself, often without realising it when I do it (and some time afterwards too). Some people consider that a weird habit.
Sorry to hear that! o:)
 
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  • #62
Mk said:
You've obviously been wasting your life. You could have been staring at a sheet of paper with the Riemann hypothesis on it for 20 years, and save the universe. :biggrin:

Sounds like a plan. Not a very good one, mind, but still a plan. :wink:
 
  • #63
zoobyshoe said:
My brain doesn't do anything cool.
My brain works slowly. I can't solve calculus problems faster than the average engineering student (they're fast). I usually take a long time grasping relations. My brain is like "I can't be bothered right now, so go read a book or play with the cat and maybe something willl pop up in a few weeks, no promises, of course." I am lazy in that sense.
 
  • #64
Smurf said:
page 3 lisa, of course not.
not for me...so it must still be on topic...
 

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