See that nice family out for a walk? Not me.
What I see are 3 people who are ahead of me on this trail. Or, at least that's what my EQ sees.
Must... Run... Faster!!!
Infantile? You bet. Gonna shave 15 seconds off a mile? Absolutely.
SO - understand what EQ is, and know your EQ. That way, you'll can indulge those impulses when it's good for you.
:)