#14: How Kindness Can Win Over New Companions on the Sub

A Reddit user shared a clever story about a Navy friend with a unique approach to winning people over before submarine deployments. Knowing the tight quarters and tense dynamics aboard, he’d stock up on mini Monster Energy shots ahead of time.

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Once on board, he’d hand them out to fellow crew members—both temporary and permanent—as peace offerings. It wasn’t just about caffeine; it was a gesture of goodwill in a high-pressure environment. Even a small treat can build quick friendships in a place where personal space is minimal and stress runs high.

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