Why don't we teach kids to bow and curtsey anymore?

Question

We need to bring good manners back to the culture.

Answer 1

Because our clothes are too low or too short. It is a form of humbleness.......not to mention the fact that most people need to be humbled!!!
I do agree that good manners need to come back. One night a week we have been teaching the kids proper table manners (old style) and they have been freaking out! From a proper table setting to chew your food 32 x's. Have you ever eaten bacon from a fork?.... but we still have our "tv tray" night!
It makes me really sad to see how elderly are treated from young people today. All of us will be there someday!

Answer 2

Their meanings have changed over times. These days, bows usually acknowledge the applause given for a performance. Musicians and actors are taught to bow, and they seem out of place anywhere else.

The other functions of a bow, such as a form of greeting, have gradually been replaced by other actions, such as handshakes. That is how society is changing- we develop more specific actions for more specific situations. We're advancing, not regressing.

I'm not saying our manners are good, though. As it is, I see this generation of kids as one of America's most disrespectful and rebellious, due mostly to the general belief that it is the government's job to raise the kids. Nobody takes responsibility for anything anymore. There are plenty of horrors and weaknesses in our society to lament, and curtsies are currently the least of my worries.

Answer 3

bowing and curtsey are for days gone by,its unnecessary anymore,a good shake of the hand is all you need,i think its good manners.

Answer 4

well now everything's changed and as much as that's all manners, the children are pretty rude so it is more important to teach them some manners despite all

Answer 5

manners are one thing, but that's going overboard. I think thank yous and shaking hands, and looking people in the eye are good manners.

Answer 6

Times change.

Answer 7

Those things aren't a part of everyone's culture. It isn't in mine, I can tell you that. We shake hands with everyone (I'm Eastern Cherokee.)

Answer 8

Every generation has its own way of expression. What is important is that we still express courtesy and respect to one another in general. Yours sincerely.

Answer 9

It takes too much time, and there are
alot of people.

I would be happy if they taught please
and thank you in the home.

Answer 10

I guess there is no call for it since we live in a less formal society in America.