Etiquette Blog

Tuesday, December 06, 2005

Rudeness

© by Kariëlle Samstad

During the holiday season rudeness seems to be at a high level.

Some examples of rude behaviors are:

1) Cutting into a checkout line at the store.

2) Speaking loudly on the cell phone, so everybody hears you.

3) Treating a service provider with arrogance.

4) Speaking obscenities in public places.

5) Not controlling your kids.


But, how do you react to rudeness?

Very simple: with kindness and courtesy.

Do not lose your temper and always keep control of your emotions and your feelings.

Remember, if you take it personal, you lose. So, don’t!

Assess the situation and don’t let rudeness be in control instead of you.

With your kindness and courtesy in control, everybody wins.


For more information on etiquette during the holidays, visit Practical Etiquette.


Happy Holidays!


Kariëlle Samstad


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