Resistentialism refers to the theory that inanimate objects demonstrate hostile behavior toward people.
Resistentialism is not a term used in psychology. It is actually a playful concept used in philosophy and humor to describe the feeling that inanimate objects have a malicious will against humans, often resulting in accidents and misfortunes.
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