Mr Incredible.

At first sight,
the idea that we can catch moods, habits and state of health not only to those around us, but also those we do not even know seems alarming. It implies that rather than being in charge of where we are going in life, we are little more than backseat drivers, since most social influence operates at a subconscious level.

but,
by being aware of this; the effects of social contagion,
we may be able to find ways to counter it, or use it to our own benefit.

news, ideas, innovation - NewScientist, 3 Jan 2009.

STRIDERRRR!!! D=

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