How to Have Manners

Instructions

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     Remember to say "please" and "thank you" for everything. Those two words are the stepping stones of manners.
     
   • 2
     Speak to people respectfully. Keep your tone positive and upbeat, and phrase your words so they do not come off as insulting.
     
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     Listen to others. It's proper manners to listen to when people are speaking. Let them know with a nod of the head or other body language that you are indeed listening.
     
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     Shake hands with people you're meeting for the first time or who you're just acquaintances with. This shows you're friendly and respectful.
     
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     Consider others feelings by being receptive of their thoughts and opinions without forcing your own upon them. Being rude to someone shows you lack manners.
     
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     Accept others for who they are even if you don't agree with them or their decisions. Accept apologies from people who offer them; it's the polite thing to do.