Does a Corner Seat Change How Safe People Feel?
Safety is sometimes nothing more than knowing where surprises cannot arrive.
Yes. Corner seats reduce uncertainty by limiting directions from which interruptions can come.
People frequently choose corner seats even when better views are available.
The position offers visibility, protection, and fewer unexpected interactions.
The hidden mechanism is environmental control. Predictable surroundings reduce mental effort.
People think corner seats provide privacy. Often, they provide confidence.
