People sneeze very suddenly in response to emotions as well as to physical causes like colds, allergies or pepper.
The sneeze has been called an orgasm of the face. An expected sneeze is often an indication of having encountered an unexpected pleasure. Once you experience it, you become aware of the sneeze-pleasure connection and you are ready to welcome it back. The widespread practice of taking snuff was hugely popular in the 17th, 18th and well into the 19th centuries.
Not only humans sneeze to express pleasure, other animals do as well. Dogs and cats sneeze to show happiness when shown extra attention. Horses sneeze as well. When you sneeze look for a good feeling first rather than assuming that you are coming down with something.
People are known to sneeze during the initial phases of sexual arousal. Others will walk out of a dark building into brilliant sunshine and sneeze. This is sometimes called a sun allergy, but it is more likely to be a response to the pleasure they experience from the warmth and light of the sun. The pleasurable effects of bright light have been well documented to improve both mood and productivity.
Sneezes are worth noting. They mean that there is a good feeling nearby, waiting to be acknowledged and if at all possible - prolonged.
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