why-your-brain-hates-slowpokes

5/23/2015

In this article, the author explores why our brains tend to dislike slow-moving individuals. They delve into the concept of 'automatic imitation' and how our brains are wired to mimic the actions of others, including their speed of movement. The article explains that when we encounter someone who moves slower than us, our brain's mimetic system gets frustrated and makes us impatient. The author also discusses how this aversion to slowpokes may have evolutionary roots, as it could have been advantageous to be wary of individuals who were not keeping up with the group's pace. Overall, the article sheds light on the neurological reasons behind our brain's displeasure with slow-moving individuals.

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