A tip for people that feel crowded on public transporation...
Rub some crumbly bleu cheese on your armpits, and then when you get on the bus/train and hold onto the overhead strap, you should discover after a few minutes that you have a private zone around you - some people may even give up a seat for you just to make you put your arm down. This works best in the summertime.
As an added bonus, if you have armpit hair, some of the bleu cheese might remain trapped in it and become even more fermented - excellent for a mid-afternoon snack...
Bon apetit,
ADG Webmaster