During a flight, a woman kept putting her feet on my husband’s seat, and I needed a way to stop her without causing a scene. I thought about notes or asking others for help but wanted something subtle.

Then I remembered the small bottle of lavender oil in my bag. I used it strategically—occasionally wafting its strong scent near her feet. She immediately wrinkled her nose and shifted uncomfortably. Each time she tried to rest her feet on the seat again, I repeated the process.

Eventually, she gave in and kept her feet on the floor. The rest of the flight was peaceful. I felt triumphant—not through confrontation, but by handling the situation cleverly and calmly. It was a small victory, a reminder that creativity can solve everyday annoyances.