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Social Distancing Etiquette: Mask Shaming, Fact-Checking And Talking To Strangers

VAN NUYS, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 09: People wait in line to receive food at a Los Angeles Regional Food Bank distribution for those in need, as the coronavirus pandemic continues, on April 9, 2020 in Van Nuys, California. Organizers said they had distributed food for 1,500 families amid the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).  (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)
People wait in line to receive food at a Los Angeles Regional Food Bank distribution for those in need, as the coronavirus pandemic continues, on April 9, 2020 in Van Nuys, California.
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Social Distancing Etiquette: Mask Shaming, Fact-Checking And Talking To Strangers

Traditional social etiquette has drastically changed since the coronavirus. Grocery stores, busses and other public places where crowds of people usually squeeze close together are now requiring people to spread out and allow for distance between others. Masks and face covers are becoming more prominent. Not everyone is one the same page though, and it’s not easy to know how to communicate with others, especially strangers. 

As a recent L.A. Times piece states, this is all new territory. Plus there’s tons of misinformation out there. You may want to criticize someone for their behavior, but experts say it’s important to be cognizant of how you’re expressing yourself to others. Everyone is on edge, and ultimately we’re all in the same boat. We want to know how you’re handling social etiquette amid the coronavirus pandemic. Have you had experiences where you’ve had to tell a stranger to give you some space? Have you been shamed for not wearing a mask? How have you navigated these new conversations and situations? We want to hear from you today during the program. Join the conversation by calling 866-893-5722.