Good Manners

A good manner means a courteous manner. Good manners are civilized behavior. Manner means a way of acting or behaving. Good manners are the first mark of good breeding and reflect directly on a person’s upbringing. Good manners are based on consideration for other people. Tact, diplomacy and hospitality – all these are based on good manners.

Good manner makes a man. It leaves impression on the minds of people. People like those who behave courteous. Here are definite must-haves that should be ingrained in your personality.

· Try to do or say those things only which will be agreeable to others

· All cultures have rules, if you violate them, you will be excluded

· Wait for your turn to speak

· One should not call others by nick names

· Always greet someone when they drop in or when you see them

· Be polite, don’t hesitate to use magic words like “please”, “thank you” and “you are welcome”.

· Always be neat and tidy.

· Always thank those who praise your work or effort.

· Always be a good sport, no matter the outcome, be pleasant.

· Allow elders to go first and open the door for them. When proceeding others into a building, don’t let the door slam in the face of those behind.

· When you sneeze, cough or yawn, do cover your mouth with your hand. Don’t shy to say ‘sorry’.

· Respect people of different culture, race or religion when they do things differently.

· No picking your nose, teeth or scratching your body please. Actions speak louder than words.

This post is sent by Sanjeev Khanna, Prasar Bharati. Author can be contacted at sanjeev1khanna@yahoo.com