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Someone I know had this for the earlier part of their life (till about 35). Mostly, it was a defense mechanism, against extreme nervousness, anxiety, and "out-o
by hackaflocka 11y ago
Someone I know had this for the earlier part of their life (till about 35). Mostly, it was a defense mechanism, against extreme nervousness, anxiety, and "out-of-placeness."
They're much much better now. But will still let loose when extremely stressed out.
- caminante 11y agoDid your acquaintance have a stroke/cancer? I doubt your friend had "Witzelsucht." Instead, I think you're describing a socially awkward introvert performing cringeworthy feats. Awkward in the moment, but hilarious in hindsight.
- hackaflocka 11y agoYou're right. It may not have been "Witzelsucht." But it makes me wonder if there's a mild form of "Witzelsucht" that's rampant in the population making people do cringeworthy things.