First, the thought was “Oh no! That chicken is crossing the road! She’ll surely be killed!”
Then came the relief of seeing that the chicken had safely crossed the road, leading to laughter.
It was only later, when the anxiety and fear had ebbed, that the observers had the luxury to ask “WHY did the chicken cross the road?”, and formulate the traditional, humorous response.
Um…that’s entirely interpretation. You could just as readily say that the delight in seeing a familiar face overcomes or counteracts any anxiety. Assuming it is on a single dimension (anxiety/relief) is not justifiable without additional data. (Research psychologist signing off…)
chaosandcake over 13 years ago
Isn’t it, though?
randayn over 13 years ago
Sounds like more bum advice.
Charles Brobst Premium Member over 13 years ago
Be afraid, be very afraid.
Dirty Dragon over 13 years ago
We’re all just whistlin’ past the graveyard…
(And yay for a Clyde sighting!)
fritzoid Premium Member over 13 years ago
It’s true.
First, the thought was “Oh no! That chicken is crossing the road! She’ll surely be killed!”
Then came the relief of seeing that the chicken had safely crossed the road, leading to laughter.
It was only later, when the anxiety and fear had ebbed, that the observers had the luxury to ask “WHY did the chicken cross the road?”, and formulate the traditional, humorous response.
“Knock knock.”
“Who’s there?”
“Death.”
“Whose death?”
“Yours.”
Motivemagus over 13 years ago
Um…that’s entirely interpretation. You could just as readily say that the delight in seeing a familiar face overcomes or counteracts any anxiety. Assuming it is on a single dimension (anxiety/relief) is not justifiable without additional data. (Research psychologist signing off…)
fritzoid Premium Member over 13 years ago
Did he?
“What’s so funny ‘bout peace love and understanding?” Not so much.
“What’s so funny ‘bout fear surprise and ruthless eficiency?” More than you’d expect.