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I think it's mostly the former ("fuck it" is an awesome superpower), but some protesters probably have gains in terms of status and reputation. Plus the leaders might be making a bet that if mainland China decides to throw some carrots at them, they'll be in a good position to grab them.
Not if it causes you to drive while drunk, texting, and not wearing a seat-belt. Then it's a cognitive disability.
Alternative metaphor:
Throwing the steering wheel out of the car while playing a game of chicken = clever. Throwing out the steering wheel AND cutting the break fluid tube -- less clever.
Superpowers, of course, can be used for both good and evil :-P
I am sure you are well acquainted with the power of irrationality in negotiations and other gaming scenarios.
And some people are looking for adventure or serious danger.
Street protests as an extreme sport? :-) Yes, I agree, some people are probably looking for excitement.
So to enhance your sex appeal.
The negative response might be due to this.