Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner: Why does Coyote only fall when he looks down?

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Why does Wile E. Coyote only fall when the Road Runner shows him that there is no ground beneath his feet? If he remains ignorant, would he not fall?

It is as if, if he were to remain ignorant of his situation, he is literally, able to float in mid air, a miraculous deed.

He could in theory, walk back to safety, on the condition that he does not know that he is in danger in the first place.

Juxtapose it to real life, it begs the question; would you choose to remain ignorant in order to stay "safe" and "comfortable", or would you risk knowing, even if that knowledge would lead to your "fall" or "discomfort"?

On the flip side, if you are the Road Runner, and Wile E. Coyote is not your enemy but your family or friends, would you point out to him that there is no ground beneath his feet. Would you relieve him of his ignorance thus ensuring his "fall" or would you remain silent in order for him to remain safe "floating" in mid air?

It may seem like an absurd question.
But think carefully and critically.
The story of Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner is almost like an allegory for blissful ignorance.

Would you rather remain safe in blissful ignorance or take the risk of knowledge?
Would you look down and question your foundation?
Your long held believe?

You decide.

The rules of the Road Runner show.