This Person Is Wondering If They're The A**Hole For Reclining Their Seat On A Long FlightReclining airplane seats on long flights remains a contentious topic among passengers.
Miss Manners: What do I say to someone who won't use my nickname?Communicate preferences for name usage as acts of intimacy, not reproach, fostering familiarity.Politely ask to use seats held at airports, framing request around temporary need.
Miss Manners: I paid for my seat, and I'm not going to ask permission to reclineConsideration for fellow passengers when reclining your seat is essential for a pleasant flying experience.Expressing sympathy through thoughtful gestures is more meaningful than generic holiday wishes.