What “rules” of everyday behavior matter to you in this day and age?



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Paul McNaull (59) from UNM wrote…

Do not delight, gossip, or take advantage of the misfortune of anyone, especially if they are an enemy.

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corey mann (40) from kansas city kansas comm coll in leav. wrote…

live by the golden rule, be respectful, helpful when you can, be civil during disagreements, always smile with sincerity

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Brittany Seale (11) wrote…

Never use bad words.

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Chris (25) from SCSU wrote…

“Be not ignorant to class, grace, and civility. Respect the traditions and conventions, regardless of the environment, that were established in preceding generations.”

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Jeff Erway (45) from Penn State University wrote…

Treat others with patience and kindness by not being easily offended in a dispute or disagreement.

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Elaine (53) from Wilmington wrote…

Do not text others while engaging in conversation. This is extremely rude and shows a general disinterest in the topic being discussed.

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Katherine Barrett Baker (48) from Sweet Briar College, Class of 1983 wrote…

Listening has always been harder than talking,but in this modern day of “Talk TV,” everyone has an opinion and the “winner” of the conversation goes to whomever can yell and overtalk over the other person. TV producers and the internet have made this world an “either/or” society for ratings. Listening to others and listening to our elders should be paramount again in society.

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Peter Alexander (57) from Villanova wrote…

Treating every person with respect and dignity, no matter their conduct, ability, status or position in life.

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Scott (39) from Cal wrote…

Always make eye contact when introducing yourself & speaking to someone.

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Scott (25) from Temple Univ. wrote…

When you are a boss, project manager, or supervisor, don’t use your Blackberry when someone is presenting to you at a meeting — you’re clearly ignoring the person giving the presentation, especially because you are the person allegedly listening.

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