I am a student, and always give up my seat on the train or bus for someone older than me, as this is what I was taught to do. Just wanting to know what the views of everyone else is regarding this topic...I know that on the trains and buses there are signs saying for this to happen, but everyday I see it not happening. Cheers everyone.
2006-10-25 00:56:43 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
It is considered "proper etiquette" for a male to relinquish their seat for a female at all times, in ANY situation....just as it is for a younger person to respect an older (not necessarily elderly) person in the same way.
We recently vacationed in Bermuda. Not only is it a requirement to do these things ON the public transport, but they line up by age while waiting for the transport. To do otherwise will mean the violator will not be allowed to board or will be tossed off by the driver. The kindness, manners and respect shown by the populace of this tiny island was overwhelming. What a marvelous example of human kindness the Bermudians are!!! Many people in the rest of the world could benefit by their example.
Fifty cheers for you for practicing proper manners!! And another fifty to your parents for teaching them to you! Carry on.....maybe those around you will follow your example!
2006-10-25 02:33:31 · answer #1 · answered by Rembrandt11 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Im 24. and i was raised the same. Respect ur elders and give up ur seat for them.
Now i wouldnt say a school student has to give up their seat for me. Like i said im 24 and i am able to hang on while the bus or train is moving.
Elderly that are not so stable on their feet yes. Pregnant women yes or the disabled yes.
Its always nice to see kids offer their seats ( when it happens) but then at the same time there are the people that will snap at the poor kid and get offended cause the kids think they are old or disabled. Atleast they have manners and were thinking of others and not just themselves.
2006-10-25 08:08:00 · answer #2 · answered by loser_kid_chick 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hi. Most of the time when I'm on a bus there is enough seats available for everyone to sit, but sometimes it does get too full right at the last pickup stop in Cape Town before we hit the freeway. I'm a male student and get on the bus at the starting terminus to ensure that I get the best seat possible every day when I leave for home. For some bloody reason, there is always 90% women on the bus!! And everytime when someone stands, it is a women! Now it is expected of me and other men on the bus to give up my seat for her. If she want to sit, get on the at the bloody terminus!! Our last pickup point, before we leaf the city, is walking distance from the starting point. Normally I start sleeping and pretend that there is no one standing. The quilt goes away in about 10 minutes time.
2006-10-25 10:17:27 · answer #3 · answered by The Desert Bird 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think that if a student does see an elderly person getting on the transport then it would be nice to give up their seat. Then otherwise it's ok to stay seating. Otherwise if they look like they are able to stay standing, then it's ok to sit down.
Good rule of them Unless they are disabled or look like they can't stand for very long, or are elderly that is when you give up your seat, or are using a cane.
Maybe you could be the one person to start an example of going by the sign's. All it takes is one person to make a difference and you could be that one person to get other people to follow your example!
2006-10-25 18:33:35 · answer #4 · answered by jrealitytv 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I was always taught it was good manners to give up your seat for an older person and I applaude you for doing so. Young people don't realize how hard it is to keep your balance when you're old and now that I am, I appreciate the sweet person who does so.
2006-10-25 08:05:08 · answer #5 · answered by Barbara W 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I was also taught to be courteous for elderly or someone with a disability. So yes giving up your seat is the right thing to do.
2006-10-25 09:07:55 · answer #6 · answered by AllSmylzes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should give it to someone older or someone pregnant and I think if you see anyone who just looks about to fall over from exhaustion or illness you should give it to them.We all have times where we need a little help.Sometimes people are not taught any manners someday if they live long enough it will come back around to bite them.
2006-10-25 08:16:51 · answer #7 · answered by butterflyspy 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I always give up my seat if its obvious that someone is pregnant, is holding a child, or looks old: ie frail-looking with grey hair and wrinkles, not just middle-aged. But I don't give up my seat to someone who is overweight or is carrying lots of shopping because that's their choice (unless they look ill or something. )
I never see those businessmen with suits and briefcases ever give up their seat for anyone though, which is annoying.
2006-10-25 08:10:46 · answer #8 · answered by feelingsense2002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it amazing how many people say that they give their seats to older people
every public transport i have been on there never is anyone giving their seat to anyone
so where and when do these people give up their seats
i dont think they do
2006-10-25 08:18:54 · answer #9 · answered by exchange 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you practise good manners on the bus it is likely you will practise good manners in other walks of life. So it becomes second nature. That will do you no harm at all.
Good manners makes the world a much more pleasant place. They also cost nothing. Good on you - don't stop!
2006-10-25 14:14:01 · answer #10 · answered by skip 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋