People Who Swear May Be Happier, Healthier And More Honest
Damn right.
By Lindsay Holmes
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Consider this the next time someone chastises you for dropping an F-bomb or two.
While swearing may have once been considered an unsavory habit, research has found there are some benefits to using more colorful language. Not only does cursing come with some mental and physical health perks, it also could positively affect how you converse with others. In other words, it’s pretty darn good for your overall well-being.
Need some evidence? Below are a few science-backed reasons why it isn’t so bad to incorporate a few swear words into your lexicon:
Swearing is an effective way of communicating.
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Swearing is a sign of intelligence.
Just call yourself a smarty pants. Studies have suggested that a fluency in taboo words is associated with possessing a larger vocabulary in general. Researchers who have studied swearing also say that the habit may be linked with a higher IQ.