If there’s anything we’ve learned from the coronavirus pandemic, it’s that washing our hands is one of the best ways to protect ourselves from the dangers of contagion. But hand washing does much more than cleanse us physically; sometimes it can wipe our mental slate clean. Here are some examples of what a bit of soap can do for our psyches.

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[–] [S] 24 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (4 children)

"I'm going to wash my hands of it." is something we've all probably heard at some point. I wondered if there was anything behind the saying. Turns out there is.

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  • [–] 11 points 2 years ago (3 children)

    I'm pretty sure that's just a reference to Pontius Pilate.

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  • [–] [S] 3 points 2 years ago (2 children)

    Perhaps at some point, but my grandmother used to say it when she was fed up with something and I can guarantee she wasn't referencing anything to do with ancient Rome.

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