All people differ in character, temperament, upbringing, habits. Therefore, their behavior in a given situation may differ. However, there are a number of good manners to follow while in society. They are relatively simple, and their observance is the duty of every educated, self-respecting person.
Instructions
Step 1
Always try to respect both yourself and other people. Know when to stop in everything, be tactful. For example, educated people will never allow themselves to scoff at any physical disability, appearance, name, religious or national identity of another person. Even if this ridicule seems to him an innocent joke, it is better to refrain from it. After all, she can offend!
Step 2
Do not give other people trouble, inconvenience. Try to come on time, without being late, to come to the appointed time for a visit, for a business meeting, for the beginning of a film or play. If you are late for some reason, be sure to apologize. Passing to your place in the auditorium, turn to face the seated people.
Step 3
Make it a rule: to solve your problems, difficulties on your own, on your own. If you had to use someone's help, sincerely thank for it and try to provide this person with a return service as soon as possible. And if you yourself are asked for help, do not refuse without a good reason.
Step 4
Always be polite, even if you have to communicate with people you personally dislike. As a last resort, try, under any plausible pretext, to keep your communication to a minimum or stop it altogether. But do not resort to rudeness, derogatory characteristics.
Step 5
Carefully, without interrupting, listen to the interlocutor, try to grasp the essence of his arguments. Even if you strongly disagree, avoid dismissive facial expressions, gestures, words like: "What nonsense!" Try to politely convince your opponent that you are right. If this is not possible, it is better to calmly say: "Well, let each of us remain with his opinion."
Step 6
When visiting, follow the rules of this house. For example, if you want to smoke, first ask the hosts for permission. And it is better to refrain after all, because among the guests there may be people who do not tolerate tobacco smoke well.
Step 7
Be tactful and considerate when on the street, in a public building, transport, etc. For example, if you are a young or middle-aged person, give up your seats to old people or pregnant women. If the place was given to you, be sure to thank politely.
