Traffic, long lines, jampacked trains and buses, and the scorching heat can easily stress you out. It’s a constant challenge to stay sane and fresh during your daily commute to work. Even if you’re the most cheerful person in the world, once you take the MRT during rush hour, you’ll curse the moment you decided to leave your house. Add to that the fact that hulas is what happens when you take the public transportation in Manila—and you’ve got yourself a formula for an awful start to your day.

While we can’t do anything about that whole commuting situation yet, there are ways to make your daily trek more pleasant. Whether you need to deal with that loud seatmate or an ate who’s greedy with the legroom, we’ve got you covered. Scroll down for our tips on surviving Manila’s public transportation in style.

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