2007-11-07 02:09:33 · 5 answers · asked by Amber S 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Entertaining
Interesting question, isn't it? In the Age of Rudeness, we may be losing touch with what etiquette and good manners are all about.
Good manners are, first of all, civilized behavior. Good manners are about letting it all hang IN. Keeping some things inside, quiet, and to oneself, turning down the volume, slowing down the pace, out of consideration for the other. Allowing the other person some comfort, some space, some peace.
It's easier to be rude. If you don't believe this, watch two children at play. They will revert to the lowest level. It's easier to scream, stomp, grab, jabber, be messy and disorderly, and scratch where and when it itches, than to stop and think about what you're doing, take others into consideration, and act accordingly.
It's harder to be polite. Of course you'd rather boom your radio and enjoy your music regardless of others; have a tantrum when you've been angered; turn the lights on when you come to bed though your spouse is sound asleep; ignore the customer because it's all such a chore, you know, working; or perhaps even hit someone who annoys you. These are the easiest things to do, and the most mindlessly satisfying, because you can indulge yourself with no thought for others.
I wish everyone would practice good and manners and it is important to teach children good manners immediately so they know right from wrong, before its too late.
I hope this helps!
2007-11-07 02:32:49 · answer #1 · answered by Amber 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Manner refers to a way of acting in society, the way a person behaves when in the company of others. Years ago in grade school one of the non-graded sections was called " deportment " which indicated to the parents how well the child got along with others. Perhaps, the way one respects himself has a great impact on how he will respect others, which in turn leads to what we call good manners.
2007-11-07 02:45:27 · answer #2 · answered by googie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Manners are putting the comfort of others above your own
2007-11-07 03:46:48 · answer #3 · answered by Jody K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are your actions and thoughts that prove to be cautious and considerate of others. Not offending people by rude or improper acts.
2007-11-07 02:18:24 · answer #4 · answered by Perplexed 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having good manners to me is always saying please and thank you! Saying god bless you when a person sneezes & offering assistance to anyone who really needs it. ;)
2007-11-07 02:19:10 · answer #5 · answered by feistyariesbitch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋