For example, when I’m at work I don’t feel like it, or if I do I can hold it back without any problem, but when I get home the urge seems to be uncontrollable and impossible to hold back.
You go when (1) biologically needed, and (2) it is convenient.
Stress hormones suppress the desire at work but at home you feel relaxed 😎.
Gingerlegs@lemmy.world 1 month ago
I remember there was actually a scientific article written about this. If I recall, it’s something about your brain/subconscious knowing that you are close to a toilet
usualsuspect191@lemmy.ca 1 month ago
It’s not just about being close to any toilet though, specifically the one at home is different. Coming home from a trip and I’ll need to go to the bathroom even though I’ve had plenty of good access the whole time.
finley@lemm.ee 1 month ago
It probably has something to do with the guarantee of access mixed with the urgency and relaxed retention that comes with being in a comfortable environment. It’s unlikely too be any one thing, but, instead, a combination of factors.
yum@lemmy.eco.br 1 month ago
Can we use that ability to track down hidden facilities that contain a toilet (say, in the desert)?
Confused_Emus@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 month ago
Unfortunately this method only works if you already know where the toilet is.
Agent641@lemmy.world 1 month ago
Men who stare at toilets