Thinking of yourself as a separate entity can reduce anxiety. It’s not you who has to perform. It’s "Batman." This seems to not only reduce anxiety but also build confidence and determination. It allows us to “self-distance” or “psychologically distance.” We step back from the situation and see it with less emotion and less passion.⁠ ⁠ It reins in that worry and stress and helps us to show additional restraint and discipline. Adopting an alter ego is a powerful way to step away from our immersion in a stressful or challenging moment, and it allows us to respond the way that our alter ego might, rather than the way we are about to.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #batmaneffect #batman #psychological #biology #science