The People vs. Performative JoggingWhy we pretend to hurry for waiting cars.
From the show
Court of Human BehaviorDiscover the social psychology behind that awkward little street-crossing hustle. This deep dive reveals how signaling deference to drivers overrides actual efficiency during fleeting public encounters. You will understand the unspoken rules of pedestrian guilt and the true purpose of looking busy while blocking traffic.
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