People have lost the joy of living

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By default, you should keep the window shades of the plane open so your row-mates can see out the window and the miracle of human flight. People can request it closed if they want to nap and it can be lowered if the glare is intense, but otherwise, if you close it, you are ignoring how cool it is to look out of the window in an airplane.

Window seat controls the shade and gets the outer armrest, middle gets both inner armrests, and the aisle gets the aisle armrest and a little extra legroom.

With that said, some people are jet lagged or want some extra rest, so they close the window; the wall is nice to rest on. Some may not have actively chosen a window seat and don’t like flying/get motion sickness, so they close the window. And those who can’t be separated from their phones for more than 10 seconds, so they close the window to block the glare on their device or seatback TV.

Others buy window seats for the sole purpose of looking outside. That’s the point of flying, otherwise I could’ve just driven or stayed home. But you also know how to read the room; if everyone around you has their shades closed, let at least leave yours halfway.You have to  cognizant of your surroundings.

When you multiple flights per week, you would prioritize window seats. Oftentimes, the flights were before dawn, or after sunset. Not a lot to see out of the window. Even during the day, you would often close the shade. 

If you fold your arms and roll your shoulders forward, you can usually manage to not make contact with the person next to you. But if you  have a window seat, you can lean into the window well, and make the flight more comfortable for you and the person next to you.

It’s not just windows, but windows on the right side of the plane. For whatever reason, I find it far easier to sleep if I am leaning to my right, rather than to my left.

Comments

ellie said…
It can get complicated with those around you on those flights. Of course, I am a talker and maybe its just being nervous on the flight. But I have met an upcoming country music star that way. Of course, I have forgotten her name by now.
May 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Caitlin'nMegan said…
Oh, this was a delight to read. Yes, I tend to go right as well. Hope your May is going well. Thanks for giving me a smile this morning.
May 22, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Giorgio said…
I also enjoy looking out of the window in an airplane. I completely agree with you, although I have never had any problems with the people sitting next to me on the plane.
May 22, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Martha Jane Orlando said…
I've never liked flying, but this is such considerate advice for those who do.
May 22, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Heather Noire said…
It can be hard, emotionally and physically, to fly. I think now it's changed drastically. Unless you are flying business class or first, it won't be as easy or comfortable. But not everyone can afford that realistically. Loved your post and insights.https://www.bauchlefashion.com/2025/05/the-art-of-holding-yourself-together.html
May 22, 2025 at 6:39 PM
snobe casamang said…
Thanks to all my beautiful friends for your great comments. Yes on the flight you can meet interesting people and bad guys too, flying first class if you can is more comfortable, I wish you a happy weekend filled with happiness and smiles.
May 25, 2025 at 12:28 AM
J.P. Alexander said…
Profundo poema. . A veces sentimos pena y nos olvidamos lo belo que es nuestro mundo. Te mando un beso.
May 25, 2025 at 12:42 AM
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