🚿 Researchers from Yale University conducted a fascinating study that reveals an unexpected connection between loneliness and our bathing habits. The initial phase of their research involved 51 participants ranging in age from 18 to 45 years old. These individuals completed comprehensive surveys about their daily routines while rating their personal levels of loneliness. The questionnaire included three specific inquiries about their bathing and showering practices — researchers sought to understand the frequency, water temperature preferences, and time spent during these activities.⁠ ⁠ The findings revealed that participants experiencing greater loneliness took 23% more showers or baths compared to their less lonely counterparts. The data showed a clear correlation: the more isolated individuals felt, the longer they remained in the shower and the hotter they preferred their water temperature. According to the researchers, this behavior occurs because warm water serves as a substitut...