Why Do We Say 'Bless You' After a Sneeze?The awkward silence of a broken social contract.

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Hidden Codes of Conduct

Ever wondered why you automatically say 'bless you' when someone sneezes? This automatic response is a relic of ancient superstitions, from warding off the plague to keeping the soul from escaping. Today, the tradition persists not out of fear, but social conformity. We explore how different cultures react to a sneeze and why breaking this unwritten rule can feel so uncomfortable.