The internets are all excited about a new study that defines four types of sneezers.
The research is by a woman who identifies herself as a spokesperson for Benedryl so… uh… it seems completely made up. Also, her final report has some glaring punctuation errors and includes advice like what atheists are supposed to say if someone sneezes (“May humanity bring benefits to you”). But anyway, here’s what Benedryl says about your sneezing personality, based on a survey of 547 people. They’re kind of like horoscopes based on bodily functions:
The NICE sneezer — You tend to have a single achoo, and you are more likely to turn away when you sneeze than other types. You are warm and friendly and like a relaxed pace. The most important thing in your life is your relationships with others.
The BE RIGHT Sneezer—You are careful, and accurate. A deep thinker you always consider things before you speak. You take your time, play by the rules and wish others would do the same. You are more likely to cover your mouth when you sneeze than other types.
The GET IT DONE Sneezer —You are fast, decisive and to the point. You wish others could be the same. You will hold in your sneeze if you can and are more likely to have a big loud sneeze than other types.
The ENTHUSIASTIC Sneezer—You are a charismatic leader and influencer. You are articulate and enjoy a good conversation whether it is on the phone, over dinner or out socializing. You are more likely to have sneezes that people notice – big or multiple.
It’s the Forer Effect in action! The Forer Effect is the same fallacy that makes Horoscopes, Facebook quizzes, and things like this seem accurate. Science!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forer_effect
I couldn’t care less about the way you sneeze or what it says about your personality, except for the fact that if you don’t cover your mouth, you are an inconsiderate asshole responsible for spreading disease.
I beliebe it.
When my dad sneezes he goes, “huhhuhHuhCHAKAKHAN!” It’s the loudest thing ever. He’s an enthusiastic sneezer, and I think that fits with his personality.
Gesundheit
Right On! JStrectert.
It seems to me folks want to find reason and uniformity in this mystery of life and the universe where there is none.
In Japan people use blood types as a way to classify charachter, much the same as our horoscopes.
What about people who sneeze like 10 times in a row? Cause that’s me.
And for crying out loud, if you sneeze INTO YOUR HANDS (which is totally ignorant, how does that help anything if you then go around and handle things like public doorknobs?) then wash them hands before you touch stuff!
Substitute orgasm for sneeze.
SNEEZE IN YOUR ELBOW PEOPLE