Harper LeePeople have a habit of doing everyday things even under the oddest conditions.
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Under the oddest conditions, people still find ways to find their way. For example, when you are in a dark room and need to find your way to the bathroom, there are probably at least five different ways you could go. The use of odd surroundings to test our own habits is a good way to get an idea of what you do on a regular basis.
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