I was never one for the city life. I grew up in Cape Cod, Massachusetts and didn't move to Braintree, MA (a more city-like town) until I was thirteen. I had been to Boston with family, but I was too young to understand basically anything. Occasionally we would drive in or take the "T" (Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority). I was never in a position to navigate it myself, even after I moved to Braintree. Before last week, I had only taken the "T" into the city once with no one else with me. Then, I took it again being much more observant this time and realized all the unspoken rules people need to follow. So here it is, for those not from Massachusetts or people like me who were just never exposed to the "T" growing up or alone, the unspoken rules you need to follow.

1. If there are open seats, do not directly sit next to someone

2. Keep phone conversations short

3. Look down, don't make eye-contact

There is nothing worse than making awkward eye-contact with someone, nothing.

4. You only get one seat

Yes, one. Keep your stuff at your feet, not in the aisle, not in the seat next to you, and certainly not on the rails above you.

5. Avoid PDA

No one wants to see that.

6. Get up for those who need the seat more than you

You don't have to be in the priority seating to be courteous for people who need the seat more than you.

7. Sneeze in your sleeves and cover your coughs

Much like no one wants to see PDA, no one wants to get your germs on them as well.

8. Wait for people to get out before you go in

If everyone is trying to leave and enter at the same time, it's just a mess.

9. Say thank you to the employees on your way out

They do a lot to keep the T tip top and in shape, so make sure to show your gratitude on the way out.