"Pasty" is one word that's been used to describe my complexion. So, yes, I blush. When I'm angry. Or embarrassed. Or just thinking too much about blushing. I can't say it makes me feel much better, but the New York Times reported on Monday that a well-timed blush can be endearing:
In a series of recent studies, psychologists have found that reddening cheeks soften others' judgments of bad or clumsy behavior, and help to strengthen social bonds rather that strain them. If nothing else, the new findings should take some of the personal sting out of the facial fire shower when it inevitably hits.
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