2007-09-13 13:40:22 · 14 answers · asked by debrett 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I guess it would depend on the sort of crowd you mingle with. It gets things real serious real fast, unless these are just topics you and your friends throw around all the time.
2007-09-13 13:44:51 · answer #1 · answered by mawrocki 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Being an observer I've learned that parenting styles is a big one to avoid, sexual orientation is of concern to some, and even money issues. Not that these as well as religion and politics should never be talked about, but rather, if it's going to be talked about everyone should be able to accept that others may have a different opinion and that's fine.
2016-03-13 04:06:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends. If you are on a date with someone you have been out with before, and you are trying to get to know them better so you can decide whether or not you want to keep seeing them, then I think it is okay to ask certain questions about these topics. In this case you are trying to find out if you are compatible.
If you are out with friends, co-workers, strangers, or even a few couples you are friends with, I would not talk about these subjects unless you already know their views on them, and only if you all agree on them. For example, if you are a Democrat, and you know for a fact all the people in this group are also Democrats, then it would probably be okay to discuss politics with them.
The other thing is this: even if you are a very laid back person who is not easily offended, and you are willing to discuss these topics with people who you do not agree with; you can agree to disagree in a respectful way, THAT DOES NOT MEAN THEY CAN! Some people feel they have to be right, or change your view, etc. And that makes everyone uncomfortable!
Better to err on the side of caution!
2007-09-14 04:41:41 · answer #3 · answered by valschmal 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well, my parents always told me never to talk about politics, religion or sex. Those were the three 'inexcusables'. As a consequence I have spent many evenings at dinner parties having the dullest conversations you can imagine.
But I think as you get older you stop bothering with dinner parties, anyway. Nowadays I have the most riveting conversations with total strangers, who talk about anything and everything with total honesty and frankness.
I think now that you can talk about almost everything. Times have changed, they really have. I still in a way lament the passing of good manners, but I think I have just had to accept that the world I was born into no longer really exists.
2007-09-14 11:15:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
It's a good rule of thumb. Religion and politics often differ among friends and famliy members, and a friendly debate can quickly turn into a screaming fight.
2007-09-13 13:46:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never is a strong word. But in general these are topics where the discussion can tend to get heated and people might offend each other. If you stick to other less-controversial topics there's less chance for offense.
2007-09-14 06:21:27 · answer #6 · answered by drshorty 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A social night with friends and acquaintances seems hardly the place for such heavy topics. Someone is bound to be offended.
2007-09-13 13:53:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. All are issues that bring out the worst in people. If you are in a group and they start talking about any one of these subjects; politely excuse yourself, saying;- "I'm going to get another drink".
Then find another group to talk to.
2007-09-13 13:47:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes you are right. because when you start talking about money politics and religion. all that start is a argument about
who did this and who did that and the next thing you know you
are fighting.
2007-09-13 14:45:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Good idea to stay away from any topic that may cause conflict or hurt feelings.
2007-09-13 16:51:09 · answer #10 · answered by Iron What? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋