Been in different modus operandi
over the years
I don't like stares, when I can't tell if people consider my face, clothes as good, bad or funny. In local crowds, I have a beaming smile and wink for everyone. They seem not to like it, and take it as a mock.
Getting to work by train & tube was a perfect way to enjoy music on foot and get in the right mood as I arrive, because everyone else does that on public transport. My biggest redemption was that nobody else ever speaks to anyone, either. I did look downwards, just to avoid dog****, etc. The look on my face was a stern frown (no mirror to look in) to 'say' stay out of my way when I have a destination, achievement and pace in mind. Not ambling, or static on an escalator.
I'm a lot happier driving now, with amps and a sub in the boot. That's proper isolation, as well as watching traffic and concentrating to keep safe. Umm... having the driving license revoked is one of life's worst punishment
Some people in an office listen to earbuds all day. I won't do that. Pushing people away. I don't speak enough, but my ears are open.