No Stupid Questions 1. Did Covid-19 Kill the Handshake?
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May 18, 2020 The podcast humorously explores how COVID-19 has transformed handshaking and personal interactions. The speakers discuss the cultural significance of physical touch and alternative greetings in a post-pandemic world. They delve into our collective anxiety about uncertainty and how it shapes our responses to social norms. Amidst the serious reflections, there's a lighthearted take on unexpected surprises and the quirks of redefined etiquette, revealing insights into how we can navigate this new social landscape with humor and resilience.
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Substitute Behaviors
- Social behaviors persist if they meet underlying needs, like handshakes demonstrating trust.
- Substitute behaviors must fulfill those needs to replace old ones.
Reflexive Handshake
- Angela Duckworth reflexively shook a doctor's hand at the start of the pandemic, despite concerns about germs.
- This highlights the difficulty of changing social habits quickly and consistently.
Rejecting Handshakes
- Plan how you'll reject handshakes in advance to avoid reflexive shaking.
- A salute offers a similar motion, a clear visual signal, and shows respect.