As we all know, Teenage Years are Formative Years; a special time when people learn many new things about life. Basic Etiquettes are some of such things to learn during teenagehood and it is important to do so; after all nobody wants to come across as uncivilised. So in this post, I am going to discuss some of the etiquettes every teenager must learn. Pay attention to the importance of imbibing these etiquettes and ensure to put them into practice, especially if you are currently guilty of violating them. Read below please!
BE COURTEOUS
Learn to be polite to others. It really doesn’t cost you anything to be nice. I understand that being rude and talking down at people comes naturally to most teens. But you are not like most teens, or should I say you shouldn’t be. You should be the perfect teen instead; full of respect for others and considerate too.
DO NOT INTERRUPT WHEN SOMEONE ELSE IS SPEAKING
You probably hate it when you’re trying to make a point and someone keeps interrupting you. Yeah I know…it can be pretty annoying. But then again, chances are that you’re used to interrupting others mid-sentence too. Interrupting people when they are speaking is a bad manner which nobody is allowed to have. It is therefore important that you know when to keep quiet and when to speak.
DESIST FROM BEING GRABBY WITH SOMEONE ELSE’S THINGS
This is a call for contentment! You’ve probably been taught the need to shun covetousness. Well I’m here again with the same preachment; shun covetousness please. Let the things you have be enough for you and even if they aren’t enough, ask politely and it shall be given to you. Meanwhile, should you ask for somebody and it is denied you, still appreciate the person to whom the request [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][was] made to and then move on. It is better to lack than to go about stealing people’s things!
SAY ‘EXCUSE ME’ WHEN YOU NEED ATTENTION OR WHEN YOU HAVE ACCIDENTALLY BUMPED INTO SOMEONE
Bumping into people happens all the time. It’s usually a mistake, one that anyone can understand. You must however note that it is what you do after bumping into someone that matters. Never hesitate to apologize. And if the person you bumped into happens to have fallen down, assist [them] to get up and then again apologize. Do not be like some people who will bump into others and yet be angrier than the person they bumped into. Moving on, it is best to crave people’s indulgence by saying “excuse me please” instead of tapping their shoulders or grabbing their arms. Don’t go about grabbing strangers everywhere just because you want to talk to them, please!
LOOK SOMEONE IN THE EYE WHEN SPEAKING TO THEM OR MEETING THEM
It’s important to look people straight in their faces when engaged in conversations with them. Not only does this engender greater understanding and show respect/care for them, it also shows how mature you are as a human being. On the other hand, avoiding eye contact when conversing with people sends many bad signals, including the likelihood that you don’t care about them, that you are proud and worst of all, that you are insecure and timid.
REFRAIN FROM TALKING ABOUT OR LAUGHING AT PEOPLE
Some people are natural gossips. They talk about people behind their backs and spread false stories. Having oneself slandered can make for such bad feelings! But something else that is even worse is to be the target of a bad joke or jest. I trust you wouldn’t want this to happen to you. Question is, would you make someone else feel terribly by talking about them and laughing them to scorn right in [their] faces? You shouldn’t. Jesting is such a bad manner you should never have. So if by any means you derive joy in making others feel horrible by jeering at them, today is the time to stop.
BE POLITE WHEN MAKING OR RECEIVING PHONE CALLS
Do not call a stranger’s phone and start by harshly asking them “who am I speaking with?” That’s the height of rudeness! Also, do not answer phone calls by irritably saying “Yes; who is this and what do you want?” You must be polite while on the phone with anybody. Even if you’re fighting with a person, find a way to be subtle about it.
DO NOT ACT BORED, EVEN WHEN YOU ARE
I know some conversations can be boring. But please guys, it is very rude to make it obvious to the person you are discussing with. Instead of just yawning continuously and showing obvious signs of disinterest, find a way to sustain the interest until the conversation is over. It will be humiliating to anybody if you make [them] feel like such a bore. You don’t want to be famous for embarrassing all the boring people, please!
USE PROPER TABLE ETIQUETTE
Do not be found eating like a dog, please! As a matter of fact, some dogs are very classy these days and would eat so gracefully you would be so enthralled. Why some teenagers would rather swallow their food and make such irritating smacking sounds with their mouths while eating remains a mystery to me. I hope you’re not guilty of this because if you are you need to be summoned to the Etiquette Court! But really guys, this is probably the most important manner of all. Do not embarrass your generation just because you like food too much. Here are the things you must do- ensure to master all table manners, including the use of cutleries. Do not make noise by hitting your cutleries against the plate as you scoop the meal. Also, don’t knock off your teeth with the spoon, please!
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