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| COMMUTER SURVIVAL: master the art of train balancing whilst looking very nonchalant |
Train drivers, much like
bus drivers, are specifically taught to hurl their vehicle around corners, and stop sharply at stations. The jolting acceleration/braking
combination is a badge of honour, and takes a number of years to perfect. Careful and considered manoeuvring and looking ahead
to predict conditions or signals can lead to a smooth journey for passengers. This is strictly discouraged and is likely to
end in disciplinary action for the employee involved.
Survival tips If you're carrying a heavy bag or briefcase you should stand with this between your legs as it
helps your balance. If you were really polite you would do this with your rucksack too so that you don't take up more
space than necessary. You could solely lean on other passengers who can hold you upright purely by everyone's combined
weight, but this only works if you're shorter than the average person. This can be dodgy though. If one person suddenly
moves away or shifts their weight from one foot to another you can find yourself on the floor. Best advice is to spread your
legs a bit (sorry girls but it's necessary) and somehow hang on to a bit of train with the tips of your fingernails. Free
standing is technically more difficult than free running and is only for the brave or stupid.
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