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Third man factor spawns imaginary survival companions

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When pushed to the absolute edge of physical endurance, mountain climbers often report a helpful invisible presence guiding them. Your brain basically hallucinates a supportive coworker just to keep you from giving up and expiring.

Third man factor spawns imaginary survival companions
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