The fact that we instinctively curse when we are in pain is probably because we know it helps – so now you have pretty strong evidence to stop being a Ned Flanders and start being a Glenn Quagmire. For example, if you’re running late to see your mother-in-law and you stub your toe – yelling F*#$! isn’t directed at anyone, but may relieve some pent-up stress for a moment or two… Swearing can be defined as the use of offensive language, however when Australians swear, the meaning of the word is all based on context. “We’ve been socialized to believe that swearing is universally really bad, but it isn’t always about being aggressive, or overwhelmingly negative towards people,” says author Emma Byrne, of the book Swearing Is Good for You: The Amazing Science of Bad Language. As Australians, we take swearing a little less seriously than some other cultures and the bloody good thing about that is, now science says it’s OK too! In fact, research suggests being foul mouthed has some genuine holistic benefits.
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