I flew 6 times in the past 2 weeks.
Whenever it’s my turn on the beverage cart I whisper “May I have a can of Diet Coke?” and they always oblige.
Sometimes a nearby patron hears my success and when it’s his turn says “Well I guess me too please!”
Then he grins at me like we just robbed a bank.
I say status quos ought to be challenged. I’ve been pushing since ’99 and so far it’s gotten me into college, gainfully employed, and healthy as hell.
But we don’t bother. We like our options on a plate. We are terrible negotiators and I can say this because you aren’t smart enough to convince (negotiate) me otherwise.
So I present your first challenge:
Ask for the can.