Etiquette Rule #7: Keep Your Eyes Open

You Snooze, We Lose
Busy lives and demanding schedules have led to a growing epidemic of sleep debt. With work, kids, and happy hours that run later and later into the night, active citizens are often tempted to catch up on beauty sleep whenever and wherever possible. However, while regular sleep is essential for survival, that combat nap on mass transit isn't. Etiquette states that siestas should be avoided on public transportation as comatose commuters block open seats and prevent passengers from entering/exiting efficiently. And, let's face it, they're annoying. Hey sleep slut, innocent riders next to you are mortified when you fall asleep and start leaning on them. Repeat after us: body spam, bam, no thank you ma'am. Remember, no one wants to hear your nostril opera or see your drooling mouth agape as you slumber across the city. Most importantly, our personal preferences aside, your state of sleepage could cause you to miss your stop. So, consider our suggestion to stay wide-eyed as you ride. Just don't lose sleep over it.

Muni Manner: Stay awake on transit to limit unwanted body contact and avoid blocking fellow passengers. It's the safe and courteous thing to do.