I've seen some great posts about people's experiences going into a big box store without a mask and defying mask mandates. This is excellent and exactly what we need.
I personally stopped wearing a mask anywhere here in Ohio about 3 or 4 months ago. I have never wanted to make the store clerk or restaurant workers' job more difficult and awkward than it already is. But I decided I was done and would be a good example.
I keep one in my pocket in case some worker verbally asks me to wear one and I need something bad enough I can't walk out.
Thing is ... I have yet to be asked.
Workers just treat me normal. Other customers are inspired or emboldened.
Last week a woman approached me asking how I deal with people harassing me for not wearing a mask in the store bc she really wants to stop wearing it. I told her the above and she seemed so relieved.
Just be a free, clear thinking person. Hold your head high. Others will follow.
I'm in Canada and was a late adopter of masks only because most stores make it mandatory, and would have bouncers at the door to ensure enforcement.
Now I will just put on the mask to avoid confrontation at the door, let it fall to my chin while shopping unless confronted and do an emphatic roll eyes as I lift it up. As soon as I pay I remove the mask and leave, knowing that they can't legally stop me on the way out (paid for stuff).
The overwhelming majority don't wear masks outside of where mandatory.