Basic manners that people lack nowadays!!
Basic Social rules keep coming up every other day.Here goes the list and it is so long that many of them cannot be mentioned!
- Be present in a conversation and make an eye contact. Making eye-contact with social media accounts and being obsessed over notifications is a big NO.
- When someone is giving you a treat, don't order lavish extravagant dishes just because someone else chose to. Be considerate.
- Also when someone offers you food, the last piece should always go to the person who brought it so be considerate enough to take small portions.
- And if there are only two people out for lunch/dinner, offer to split the bill.
- When you are invited to a get-together lunch or dinner, offer help to clean up post lunch/dinner. Also make sure you wash your own dish and rinse it well.
- If you are visiting them for the first time, try to have a small conversation with them, don't just show in awkward silence.
- When you are in a public place,park or office don't play music loudly and also make sure you talk in a low tone so the others nearby don't get disturbed.
- If someone is coming right after you then be polite enough to hold the door for them, and if someone does that for you say 'Thank You'.
- When you sleep over at a friend's place, make sure you tidy the bed the first thing in the morning as you wake up. Don't pile on work for others.
- When you take someone's car/scooter for work make sure you re-fuel it when you return it. And if you ride along almost everyday then split the Petrol/Diesel cost.
- When you visit any store and search for items rummaging through the section, be considerate enough to place them back in the rack and not leave it just about anywhere.
- Wish and greet the cashier a 'Good day'. A smile would cost nothing.
- Do not touch anyone's laptop,phone, wallet or handbag without permission. If they show a pic don't try to see the entire gallery.Don't try acting like a hacker and going through folders on someone's laptop.Also spying on someone phone or laptop screen is not good!!!
- There is a difference between cologne, perfumes and room sprays. You might find your cologne extremely nice smelling but not necessary others find it that way too. Use and spray it wisely in just the amount required
- It is good to have an opinion but you don't necessarily have to throw it on anyone's face just about every time. Some days it is OK if you zip up opinions to yourself in a conversation.
- If someone is sharing their not so happy life experiences with you for the first time, give a patient ear.Free advicestrictly not required.
- When you are walking in the park, walk on the walking path, don't block the cycling path. Smile back and greet when people smile at you.And without permission do not touch their pets. And if you are afraid of pets, walk a little farther on the side, don't walk close to them and scream when they near you. Pets are gentle too and they get scared of such behaviors.
- Eating with hand is still fine, but chewing loudly and talking while having food in your mouth is unacceptale.
- Cover up while coughing or sneezing and politely say `'Excuse Me'.
- Don't break up with someone by text. And don't announce a death in the family by text. There are still times when phones or face-to-face are the best way to go.
- Wait for your chance to leave the elevator, or get into one. Don’t be a part of commotion.
- Short-hand messages are not always welcome so kindly complete the entire sentence. It would a second longer to type ‘OK’ instead of ‘K
- If someone close to a friend or family member dies, DO NOT tell them:
- “It’s just an animal; you can get another one!”
- “It was their time.”
- “They’re in a better place now.” (Believe it or not, this is seldom comforting)
- “Oh, gosh, I’m sorry. But guess what? I’m going to Disneyland on Friday! Can you believe it? It’s gonna be so much fun—”
- “I can’t believe you’re being so strong!” (This sends a message that they have to pretend to be okay in front of you, which is not helpful.)
This was soooo on point! Everybody should read this so they can be aware
ReplyDeleteEye contact is something I struggle with sometimes as I can feel awkward and in the limelight. But these are all true x
ReplyDeleteThis is a great post and makes you think. I've a friend that will take full advantage if someone else is paying which i really think isn't very nice.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great post. You provided some really good points and I think basic manners is something that people really need to remember!
ReplyDeleteThese all are very true, its important to know basic manners, so many seem to forget lately ( including myself) so its nice to have a reminder
ReplyDeleteIt is basic etiquette that everybody should follow. Thanks for sharing such a nice article.
ReplyDeleteThis list is perfect! I wish more people did these things and the world would be a much better place!
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU for sharing this. There are way too many rude people I find, who could definitely benefit from reading your article.
ReplyDeleteThese are great. It's pretty common sense but I'm sure we all know people who REALLY NEED to read this! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThese may seem like small things but when you are conscious about them and put in that little extra effort, it can make a huge difference! (:
ReplyDeleteNice one , some basic must to be follow....
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with these. People should be sensitive and be aware about alll of the. We all need to folow basic etiquette.
ReplyDeleteGreat etiquette reminders. We all need reminding in this age of uncertainty we are living in.
ReplyDeleteThese are such a great point and I am 100% agree with all of these things. Thanks for sharing this with us, such a great reminder.
ReplyDeleteGreat etiquette list, especially the perfume. Some people do not know the difference.
ReplyDeleteBeing courteous goes a long way. It's amazing when people don't understand how to be a decent human.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great basic guide to be a decent human. Kids should learn these things but sadly so many people are missing basic manners.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great list. I feel like we are loosing so much of that human interaction with each other, the good manners and they way others deserve to be treated. Thank you for sharing these with us.
ReplyDeleteSo true! So many people don't know the basics! It would be so very much better if poele could just follow the code!
ReplyDeleteThese are excellent reminders of appropriate social skills. This is something that should be taught in school, really, starting fairly early. The sooner kids learn basic manners, the less chance they will become rude, disrespectful teens and adults.
ReplyDeleteThese are great reminders for all us. I agree that some people really don't know and even forget these simple manners.
ReplyDeleteBasic manners can go a long way. These are great refreshers, especially when you're meeting someone new.
ReplyDeleteYes is so agree! Whenever I'm with someone, I don't use my phone much as I've always believed that it's rude. I'll only answer it if it's something urgent.
ReplyDeleteThese are great tips to make sure you are always in the best light during social situations.
ReplyDeleteIt's all about the little things - I never knew some of these (like leaving the last piece of something for the person who brought it).
ReplyDeleteThese seem like more like common sense knowledge. But in today's world maybe calling them rules is actually better.
ReplyDeleteThese are really good points! So true and certainly reflective of life right now. Becoming overly obsessed by social media notifications is not cool!
ReplyDeleteIm not sure I've considered all these manners, but it's always great to treat other the way you want to be treated.
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