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During a flight, I noticed a woman repeatedly putting her feet on my husband’s seat, and I wanted to address it without causing a scene. I spent hours thinking of subtle ways to make her rethink her behavior. Passive-aggressive notes seemed too obvious, and involving other passengers felt intrusive. Then I remembered the small bottle of lavender essential oil in my bag.
I decided to use it strategically. When the cabin lights dimmed, I discreetly opened the bottle and let the strong aroma drift near her feet. The scent was potent, and she immediately wrinkled her nose, shifting uncomfortably. I pretended to read while periodically repeating the process whenever her feet encroached again.
After a few rounds, she finally moved them to the floor. I felt a quiet triumph—not only had I defended my husband and myself, but I had done so cleverly and non-confrontationally. The rest of the flight passed peacefully, and I realized that creativity can be a powerful tool in handling everyday rudeness.
