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Why singing Happy Birthday feels so awkward

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We all know the excruciating torture of sitting completely motionless while a group of well meaning individuals loudly chants at you over a brightly lit candle. The complete lack of protocol for where to look makes this annual tradition an absolute nightmare.

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