Rituals: Can deodorant swipes improve performance and connection?

Talk Psych to Me by Scarlet Moon Things Co.

Jun 16, 202261:14Science & Medicine

Is Brian's morning ritual of doing a set number of deodorant swipes an odd quirk or is it a legitimate strategy to improve performance, reduce anxiety, and spark connection? Come learn about the psychology of ritual...

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