This video is one of several from public intellectual and linguist, Steven Pinker. He has revealed much on the nature of swearing: why we do it; how it works grammatically, the cognitive science of swearing, the incredibly varied uses of the “f” word—and some, yes, some uses of taboo words can be helpful. https://youtu.be/E3yRVAw6nWU?feature=shared And the famous Stroop test.
This video is one of several from public intellectual and linguist, Steven Pinker. He has revealed much on the nature of swearing: why we do it; how it works grammatically, the cognitive science of swearing, the incredibly varied uses of the “f” word—and some, yes, some uses of taboo words can be helpful. https://youtu.be/E3yRVAw6nWU?feature=shared And the famous Stroop test.
Extra points for the Washington Irving quote!
I *knew* that would get your attention!