Why Do We Maintain Odd Habits?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around personal habits and rituals that individuals maintain, which may have logical origins but appear unusual to others. Participants share various examples of their habits related to food consumption, preparation, and other daily activities, exploring the reasons behind these behaviors and their origins.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes a habit of turning a piece of toast before buttering it, rooted in a childhood experience with squished bread.
  • Another participant shares a similar habit of turning bread when making grilled cheese to prevent cheese from spilling over.
  • Some participants express confusion about the logic behind turning the bread, questioning how it improves alignment.
  • Several participants mention various eating habits, such as eating the least favorite parts of food first or saving the best for last, with no clear rationale provided.
  • One participant discusses a unique method of eating mashed potatoes, creating a hole for gravy to ensure even distribution.
  • Another participant describes a habit of balancing water bottles on their head to maintain good posture while using the computer.
  • Discussion includes humorous exchanges about personal quirks and etiquette, such as bathroom habits and food preferences.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a variety of personal habits, with some agreeing on the logic behind certain practices while others remain skeptical or confused. The discussion does not reach a consensus on the effectiveness or reasoning behind these habits.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference personal experiences that shape their habits, but the discussion lacks a systematic exploration of the psychological or cultural factors influencing these behaviors.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in psychology, behavioral science, or those curious about the quirks of human habits may find this discussion engaging.

  • #61
Danger said:
Okay, okay! I'm sorry. It's hard to keep track. :redface:

Was that our first fight?
Here's a boring insight into my personality, I guess it could be considered a weird habit. I am not argumentative in my personal relationships. When I get angry I get quiet. I rarely say anything out of anger that I will later regret, instead I prefer walking away from the situation, thinking about it for awhile and when I've cooled off, decide if it's important enough to discuss, it usually isn't.
 
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  • #62
Evo said:
Here's a boring insight into my personality, I guess it could be considered a weird habit. I am not argumentative in my personal relationships. When I get angry I get quiet. I rarely say anything out of anger that I will later regret, instead I prefer walking away from the situation, thinking about it for awhile and when I've cooled off, decide if it's important enough to discuss, it usually isn't.
Same here. Glad to hear it. So if that wasn't our first fight... no make-up sex...? :frown:
 
  • #63
I like my Peeps rock hard..them ears got to be able to snap off!
 
  • #64
hypatia said:
I like my Peeps rock hard..them ears got to be able to snap off!
Okay, part of that is reasonable... but I'm afraid my ears are a bit flexible.
 

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