Miss Manners: Am I the only one who has this kind of restroom encounter?
Briefly

In a situation where a woman entered a men's bathroom and engaged in inappropriate behavior, the main concern was the lack of privacy and boundaries expected in such environments. Using the bathroom should be a private activity, conducted without unnecessary social interactions. Smiling and conversing in that context is not appropriate. The inquiry also highlighted issues of scheduling respect among friends, where some arrive flexibly rather than at a set time, which can be perceived as disrespectful. A clear understanding of social norms and boundaries is important in both situations.
Using the bathroom is an eyes-on-your-own-paper sort of activity. Smiling, eye contact, and small talk should be kept to a minimum and be strictly mundane.
Refrain from using the word stimulated when it is not meant sexually. Save your adult-film-like descriptions of bathroom interactions for a different sort of column.
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