Nonsense! There is no evidence that public wearing masks does anything to stop the spread of the virus. Experts are still arguing about the effectiveness.
I had to wear a mask rot get into Costco yesterday I have to tell you I spent more time touching my face figgiting with that damn mask!!
You got it. But seeing everybody wearing masks subconsciously convinces you there is a real problem. I think that is the unstated purpose of mask mandates and gives the scolds you might meet up with a reason to scold you for not wearing one.