Dealing with angry people—whether they’re Kyles, Kevins, Chads, or any other iteration of frustrated strangers—can be a drag. Thankfully, TikTok user Ravine (@shescutesy) has come up with a quirky but effective way to manage the situation that will totally change your perspective during your next heated encounter.
Ravine’s advice stems from an unusual observation: “Dog’s buttholes clench in and out when they’re barking.” If you’ve ever had a dog, you’ve probably noticed this phenomenon firsthand. But the real twist comes when Ravine points out that humans do the same thing when they’re yelling, suggesting that beneath all that rage, an angry person is basically mimicking a dog’s behavior.
While it’s not exactly true that humans’ butts flex in the same way dogs’ do, there is some truth to the idea. Anger and shouting can trigger a response in our sphincters. Essentially, yelling might make your body react similarly to a dog barking, with muscles contracting or tensing up due to the emotional stimulus.
This odd fact takes a deeper turn when you consider the concept of an “anal wink,” a reflex where the body’s anal muscles contract in response to certain stimuli. It’s a sign of good health and can even point to potential spinal cord issues if absent. While this isn’t exactly what Ravine is referring to, it ties into the idea that our bodies involuntarily respond to emotional stress in ways we might not consciously realize.
So, next time you encounter an angry person, just remember: they’re essentially pulling a Sevro with their butts. Knowing that might just make it a little easier to brush off the ranting and take the edge off your frustration. As Ravine says, “You’ll never take anyone seriously again.”
