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As mask mandates started to disappear, I found myself dreading showing my whole face again. It takes considerable mental effort for me to choose the "correct" f
by a1pulley 5y ago
As mask mandates started to disappear, I found myself dreading showing my whole face again. It takes considerable mental effort for me to choose the "correct" facial expression, and masks hide a conspicuous twitch in the corner of my mouth. Perhaps ironically, masks made me feel more confident in public and more willing to engage with strangers at e.g. the grocery store.
- lapetitejort 5y agoI found myself more comfortable walking around grocery stores as I was more free to lick my lips, talk quietly to myself, mouth curse words when I couldn't find the spice I needed, etc. I could extend a little of my home life to public life without disturbing my fellow humans.
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