Its very likely that Spock had to grow up with his own view of what it meant to be Vulcan. They have drifted over time and he likely fastened to what he felt best represents the best of them. It's notable that he was a paragon of vurtue where as broadly some others didn't quite fit as well. Also he may have conveyed (without lying as such) a different view of things to the rest of the tos crew. Mostly they only had his version of things.
I think one thing to add here is that spock was considered somewhat of an outsider with his half human hereditary. It's likely his use of the practice was part of his wider view of things. Also the reputation of mind melds may have improved via spocks reports and his strong character.
This article sends mixed signals. Is Sony going to buy the parent company of From Soft of not is the big question. We all hope not I suspect as if wouldn't likely result in the best thing for gamers.
Also note the path it took vs this scan of the area. It was like 'oh OK I am just going to turn around and go back home'. This Roomba probably didn't want to go to narnia.
FTTM or Fibre To The Mouse