@HiddenYorkshire I wonder if it is a reflexive attempt to conceal our emotional state until we can figure out an appropriate response
Monkey see something UNEXPECTED
Monkey need decide if good or bad, scary or safe
Monkey not want reveal fright or joy until sure ok
@kittypixels_ That remembered me of that one tiktok of a dude saying chainmail looks better than plate armor and everyone roleplayed being knights on steryotypical medieval slang to make fun of him for being broke