Post excretion associated positive or negative attributes or behaviors.
Positive Valence (The "High"): Mediated by the parasympathetic nervous
system, specifically the stimulation of the vagus nerve (N.Vagus), leading to a transient drop in blood
pressure and a sensation of psychological "lightness" or euphoria.
Negative Valence (The "Low"): Characterized by sensory over-stimulation, olfactory-triggered disgust, or autonomic instability, resulting in irritability or a perceived state of "impurity."
Restorative Rituals: The transition of
attitude toward a "clean" baseline through showering and smell mitigation, functionally separating the individual from their biological output.
"Hey." She managed voice
cracking.
Ted's aftershit, citrus and cedar, nearly drown out the of
Karen's lavender perfume and purple hyacinth in her office.