All posts tagged: good behavior

8 Habits Of Women Who Grew Up Always Having To Be Good And Polite

8 Habits Of Women Who Grew Up Always Having To Be Good And Polite

Published by Jenni Sidey

For many women, being polite and good weren’t just personality traits they picked up as kids. It was an expectation that shaped how they spoke and behaved, and these tendencies likely followed them into adulthood. Whether these women grew up in cultural environments that stressed these behaviors or they were quietly taught by mothers raised in a similar way, these habits are extremely apparent in their everyday lives, but only if you know what to look for. Women who grew up having to be good and polite often have 8 specific habits that make them easy to spot: 1. They apologize for everything fizkes | Shutterstock A woman who grew up feeling like she always needs to be polite will say sorry constantly. Whether she’s asking a question, sharing her opinion, looking for help, or even expressing an emotion, she apologizes for anything that draws attention to herself. In her experience, causing inconvenience was discouraged. She was only rewarded when she was agreeable and easy to deal with, so she tends to feel guilty about …

11 Basic Manners That People Today Didn’t Learn Or Don’t Care About

11 Basic Manners That People Today Didn’t Learn Or Don’t Care About

Published by Jenni Sidey

In our often status-driven, convenience-oriented, selfish modern society, many people are noticing a lack of basic manners that for some reason people today didn’t learn or don’t care about. And it reveals quite a lot about not only their upbringing, but who they are as a person. 1. Respecting your elders PeopleImages | Shutterstock In theory, respecting your elders and people with life experiences that you lack is a great idea. However, many younger people today are breaking down this norm in practice. Respect is a two-way street, and young people being intentional about mental health and boundaries push back against the idea that they should have to tolerate misbehavior and offer respect to someone who mistreats them. We could all use a little more grace and love in all of our interactions, and while that doesn’t mean tolerating someone toxic, it could mean being willing to offer respect and create space in your best interest. RELATED: 10 Phrases People Use When They Weren’t Raised With Good Manners 2. Saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ PeopleImages …

If Someone Has Actual Common Sense, They’ll Do These 11 Things On A Regular Basis

If Someone Has Actual Common Sense, They’ll Do These 11 Things On A Regular Basis

Published by Jenni Sidey

When a person has common sense, they possess a specific kind of intelligence that allows them to make decisions based on logic, self-awareness, and by observing. While the signs a person has common sense may not be so noticeable at first, as these individuals don’t just use their book smart, it becomes a bit more obvious based on their actions. Because if someone has actual common sense, they’ll do certain things on a regular basis. These people are incredibly practical and navigate everyday life without needing interference from others. They take the time to weigh the benefits and downsides of any particular situation and choice, thinking on it before acting. While not everyone possesses this important skill, their good judgment can get them very far in life. If someone has actual common sense, they’ll do these 11 things on a regular basis 1. They keep an open mind and do their own research G-Stock Studio | Shutterstock People with actual common sense tend to keep an open mind, especially when presented with new information. When …