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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted clever little truths, hidden in daily life.
Here are some examples to inspire your own showerthoughts:
- Both “200” and “160” are 2 minutes in microwave math
- When you’re a kid, you don’t realize you’re also watching your mom and dad grow up.
- More dreams have been destroyed by alarm clocks than anything else
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Dance is like religion or sexual orientation: You can force it to some extent, but you gotta be pre-wired for it. Not everyone wants it as much or the same way. Sure, some enjoy it, and even profit from showing themselves off socially and getting that attention, but it shouldn't be always required or shamed.
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Which part? That people can be different? I know religion and sexuality can be triggering, so there's some risk drawing parallels there, granted. Maybe a less controversial comparison might be "an ear for music" or a "sense of direction"? Something with a both nature and nurture components.
Of course people are different, don't be like that man. "Ear for music" is better, but I think it's pretty dang innate and more like breathing. Not talking about learning choreography, just moving your body. Like the guy you're replying to said