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Old 09-27-2008, 07:38 PM   #39
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Originally Posted by Cali Coug View Post
There is a theory out there that positive reinforcement increases muscle strength and negative reinforcement takes it away. It does appear to actually have some foundation to it. You can experiment on a friend- have them hold their arms out and ask them to say their name. They should hold up strong. Ask them to hold their arms out and tell you a lie. Most people's arms will fall further than they did when telling the truth.

It is weird.

And I like Metallica.
SO! Now we know why McCain can't raise his arms above his head....
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