#16: The Myth of Personal Space on Submarines

Personal space doesn’t exist on a submarine—crew members live shoulder to shoulder, packed tightly like sardines in a can. Sleeping, eating, and working all happen within arm’s reach of others, day in and day out. Over time, the constant closeness becomes second nature.

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Submariners learn to move in sync, speak quietly, and respect invisible boundaries. What’s surprising is how strange the world feels after surfacing. The wide-open spaces on land can feel unnatural, even isolating. That adjustment speaks volumes about the unique bond formed.

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