ARE YOU RUDE & ILL-MANNERED?

 Even AI technology knows more about manners than most human beings.

Growing up I was constantly bombarded, not only by my parents, but by other adults on the importance of saying "please" and "thank you".

"Please" was when I asked for something and "thank you" was uttered when I received.

I am grateful for that foundation laying from primary school. Of course, most of the credit must go to all the top-quality school teachers that have given me a few knocks on the head since 1977!!! 

That means they cared and I was likely meant to meet them for obvious reasons. I am forever grateful and thankful for these blessings.

I shall not even start with some of today's poor quality of undedicated teachers (not all are bad of course!) or the education system today in my beloved Malaysia. I am not a savvy activist or politician to say the least!

But as a tax-paying citizen, I can only plead with the powers-that-be to do their job and do it well.

Apart from the schools, instilling and seeding manners in children must start at home.

The priority lies with the efforts pf parents and grandparents, but there are other factors that need to be considered as well.

The children need to develop in a culture and environment that instills a foundation of good manners. Some of these include having the opportunity to education, having a roof over their heads, peace in their country, good nutrition and etc. 

However, there is also another side to the coin regarding well- or ill-mannered children. I have seen many parents over the years trying their level best to educate and teach their children, but I realized that not all children were born the same.

Perhaps, only time and the child's respective gurus, will play a role on the development of the children as they grow up.

Let's pray that the innocent children of the world are loved and cared for. May they all be free from suffering.

WHAT AI SAID ABOUT MANNERS:

Practicing good manners includes actions like saying "please" and "thank you", actively listening to others, respecting personal space, greeting people with a smile, waiting your turn to speak, using proper table manners, and being mindful of your behavior in public spaces; essentially showing courtesy and consideration towards others in everyday interactions.

Key aspects of good manners practice:

• Verbal etiquette:
• Saying "please" and "thank you" when asking for or receiving something.
• Using polite language and avoiding offensive words.
• Introducing yourself when meeting someone new.
• Asking permission before borrowing something.

Non-verbal etiquette:

• Making eye contact when speaking to someone.
• Smiling and maintaining a positive demeanor.
• Giving others space and respecting personal boundaries.
• Gesturing appropriately

Social situations:

• Holding doors open for others.
• Offering to help when someone needs it.
• Waiting for everyone to be served before starting to eat.
• Being mindful of noise levels in public places. 

Digital etiquette:

• Using proper grammar and punctuation in online communication 
• Avoiding unnecessary caps lock and emojis 
• Being respectful in online discussions and forums
• While AI is developing and is experimental, some of it's points certainly hit the right notes.

As intelligent human beings, I guess what we can do best is to use common sense and logic everyday. Seek peace with others and within yourselves, spread loving kindness, be aware and be compassionate to others.

Have a great day my dear brothers and sisters.

Thank you Universe!