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With the many passengers milling around, a subtle struggle plays out within. Sarah is conscious of her behavior. She finds herself caught in a reflective cycle: trying not to be weird in the presence of others. Society often imposes unwritten rules about how individuals should act in public spaces, especially in the serene setting of an airport at an odd hour.
The phrase “not allowed to be weird” resonates deeply. It encapsulates the often leery perception that travel can evoke in individuals. As Sarah sits and observes, she weighs her thoughts against the backdrop of the landscape—a sea of strangers whose own lives are intertwined in such fleeting moments.