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January 28, 2026
My petty gripe: tempted to start a conversation with the stranger in the elevator? Please don’t
There are unspoken rules about being in an elevator, people! Unspoken being one of the most important
TL;DR
- People often stand too close to elevator doors, blocking entry and exit.
- Repeatedly pressing the close button is ineffective.
- Conversations should cease upon entering an elevator with strangers.
- People should not stand at the front of the elevator, obstructing others.
- Passengers should move to the back and sides, facing the door.
- Avoid eye contact with other passengers after an initial acknowledgment.
- In crowded elevators, passengers should make space by taking off backpacks and putting away phones.
- Making jokes about the elevator's capacity in a crowded situation is not well-received.
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