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I press an elevator button that's already lit up
This is a classic example of 'magical thinking' — the subconscious belief that your action will speed up the result even when you know rationally it won't. It's also linked to an illusion of control.
Have you ever done this?
Be honest — have you ever done this?
Related fact
Many 'close door' buttons in elevators are actually placebo buttons — they're wired to nothing but reduce passenger anxiety.