Behaving oddly in lifts

Ever wondered why you sometimes feel uncomfortable standing in a lift? Or why they can often be very awkward places? the silence can be unbearable at times.

Many of us use lifts or elevators several times a day but we never really question why this interesting social space has such an odd etiquette.

This fascinating article by William Kremer about the psychology of people in lifts is definitely worth a read!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-19846214