As a seasoned mother and self-proclaimed expert on all things cool (or at least I like to think so), I can't help but notice that good manners have become an endangered species in today's society. It seems that being disrespectful and rude has become the new "cool" trend, and it's enough to make our grandparents roll over in their graves.
Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to be a stick in the mud or anything. I'm all for being edgy and rebellious, but there's a line between being a bad boy or girl and being downright disrespectful.
It's like the world has turned upside down, and instead of saying "please" and "thank you," people are more likely to say "whatever" and "I don't care." It's like people are competing to see who can be the most disrespectful and rude. And don't even get me started on the lack of common courtesy - it's like holding a door open for someone is now considered an Olympic sport.
In today's society, it seems that good manners have become a rare species, like the dodo bird or the unicorn. But I refuse to give up hope. As a mom, I want my daughter to grow up to be a decent human being, not just a cool one.
So here's my plan: I'm going to start a revolution, the "Manners Are the New Cool" movement. And I'm going to do it with humour, wit, and charm. Because let's face it, being a good human shouldn't be boring. It should be fun! And I promise it's more exciting than learning to fold a napkin in a fancy way.
We're talking about taking manners to the next level.
Picture this: you're at the grocery store, and someone cuts in front of you in line. You could yell, you could curse, you could throw a fit. Or, you could channel your inner Miss Manners and offer them a polite smile and say, "Excuse me, sir/ma'am, but the line starts back here. Would you mind moving back?"
And let's not forget the power of a well-timed "thank you" or "you're welcome." It's like a secret code among decent human beings, a way of saying "I see you, and I appreciate you."
But I'm not just asking you to be polite for the sake of it. No, my friends, being polite is now officially cool. It's like a secret superpower that sets you apart from the rude masses.
Think about it - who do you admire more: the person who belittles others and talks over them, or the person who listens, offers help, and makes you feel valued? I know who I'd choose.
So let's do this, my fellow etiquette enthusiasts! Let's make manners cool again, one polite gesture at a time. Let's show the world that being a decent human being is the ultimate power move.
And who knows, maybe one day, we'll be famous for our impeccable manners. People will write songs about us, make movies, and maybe even build a statue in our honour. Okay, maybe I'm getting ahead of myself, but you get the point.
So let's get out there and be the unicorns in a world of rude donkeys. Let's start a revolution of good manners and show the world what it really means to be cool.
From now on, I'm going to make it my mission to hold doors open for others, say "please" and "thank you" like they're going out of style, and smile at strangers like a crazy person. And I challenge you, dear reader, to join me.
Let's bring good manners back in style, one "excuse me" at a time. Who knows, maybe we'll start a trend, and before you know it, everyone will be saying "please" and "thank you" again. And who knows, maybe someday, good manners will be the new cool. And most importantly, let's make our parents and grandparents proud.
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