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| readeralexey | Дата: Воскресенье, 02.04.2023, 00:13 | Сообщение # 1 |
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| What are the rules of courtesy that you think it is essential to observe?
Why do you think it is important to be courteous?
Do you remember ever being offhand with anybody? What was the reason?
Has anyone ever been offhand with you? What do you think was the reason?
What rules of etiquette do you consider to be important / do you try to observe yourself?
In what circumstances do you think it is necessary to stand on ceremony and when is it unappropriate?
Do you think it is ok for a person of your age to be straitlaced?
What is the done thing in your family which makes it different from other households you know?
What rules of netiquette do you consider to be important / do you try to observe yourself?
When was it last time that anything / anybody raised your eyebrows? When you raised anybody's eyebrows? When anybody's eyebrows were raised in your presence? What was the reason?
Has anything ever made you flinch or squirm? What was it?
Have you ever seen anyone smirking or beaming? What was the reason?
Why do you think people would titter? Give an example.
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| ulyana_kazakova | Дата: Воскресенье, 02.04.2023, 22:30 | Сообщение # 2 |
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| Why do you think it is important to be courteous?
People can be rude, but not everyone can respond to rudeness with silence. It seems to me that a huge problem in any relationship is the inability to hear the other person, to look at the situation with a different perspective, to try to understand others and try to accept their views and stances. Most quarrels happen precisely for this reason. This also applies to courtesy, which, to me, is something humanity lacks. Courtesy, according to the Dictionary of Ethics, is a moral quality of human beings based on respect for others. And everyone is pleased to be treated courteously. Then why isn't everyone polite?
Every time I come to my favorite coffee shop, the barista handing me my drink is bound to wish me a good day with a smile. It warms my heart, and I wish you a good day in return. It may seem trifling, merely to wish someone a good day, although I believe that it is very significant. I feel that when you are treated politely, you want to broadcast that goodwill to the world.
Courtesy also helps us to express ourselves without being rude or aggressive, and it can help to make people around us feel welcome. Being impolite repels people, for it is unpleasant when someone is rude or boorish, it offends the person being spoken to. It is not necessary to use eloquent words like "would you be so kind" in your speech in order to be polite. It is essential to know the simple words like "thank you", "please" and to say them sincerely. Most importantly, the courtesy should be heartfelt and not devolve into flattery. And if it does, it means that you need something from the person. Sooner or later the person will realize it and you may lose the respect of this person forever. With such flattery one can get something needed, but the chance for friendship and respect is lost. Nowadays the problem of courtesy is very relevant in today's society.
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| yarovaya02 | Дата: Воскресенье, 02.04.2023, 22:53 | Сообщение # 3 |
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| In Afghanistan, when bread is dropped on the floor, it’s lifted and kissed.
In Korean culture, respect for the elderly is very important. In addition to waiting for the older person to start eating, you are also supposed to sit on the table until that person is done. And when you are offered a drink by someone older, you must accept it by lifting your glass with both hands.
Iceland: Gifting Books for Christmas
Gift exchange is always part of the social customs around the world. If you happen to celebrate Christmas in Iceland, make sure you prepare books to give as gifts. In other countries, people spend a great deal of money on gadgets or gift cards. There’s even a constant struggle if the recipient will like that watch you purchased. However, gift exchange is a whole lot easier in Iceland.
Icelanders have a Christmas tradition of gifting a book. Everyone unwraps their presents and they spend the evening reading what they received.
Although you might feel TWITCH, FLINCH, SQUIRM, you shouldn’t forget about COURTEOUS. It is an important MANNER. [size=12]
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| marichernaya911 | Дата: Понедельник, 03.04.2023, 19:39 | Сообщение # 4 |
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| Why do you think it is important to be courteous?
Courtousness is used to be taken as something old-fashioned. However, as everything belonging to the past, courtousness is time-proved, and consequently extremely important.
I believe that courtousness is the basic expression of love and respect for a person that must be present in relationships between people. It is so easy to say "good morning" with a smile, to hold the door, to ask about health and how things are going. That's easy for us, but can cheer up a person greatly. You never know exactly what is going on with a person. They can feel lonely, they can be betrayed or offended, or ill, or having had a lost. And unexpectedly your smile and compliment can lift their spirits, make great help in hard situation.
It is also possible to be said that courtousness is the basis of christian attitude to people. When you try to love people and see the image of God in every human being, you really find it impossible to be offhand with anyone. Vice versa, you treat carefully everyone as the images of Christ Himself.
Some people think that being polite with a person with whom you have misunderstandings is akin of hypocrisy. I don't think so. I believe it is the only possible behaviour - mere human as well as Christian. Inwardly, it is the step must being made to reconcile. And externally it may seem to be something like famous principle "fake it till you make it": that means that you try to do something outwardly, seem to be something, and sooner or later you become what you pretended to be.
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| amasaltseva | Дата: Понедельник, 03.04.2023, 23:37 | Сообщение # 5 |
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| Why do you think people would titter? Give an example.
I’ve realised that I do titter sometimes. To be mere frank, it is happening to me quite often these days, and I’ve found several explanations to that. As it seems to me, this kind of laughter occurs each time I am anxious, a little embarrassed and exhausted, keyed up a bit. Each of that emotional states of mine, triggered by an action, may lead to an out of the blue tittering. That makes me think about the difference between a cause and occasion of a war, a cause exists on a deeper level and, if we talk about an emotional state, is an accumulated fatigue, for instance. Nervous giggling can be both: the coping mechanism, the specific mental process aimed at minimizing negative experiences, or the way to be freed from the burden of emotions, tiredness, sadness, etc. Tears or laughter is the best way to do that or to release all the toxins. I “use” both methods: cry and laugh, laugh and cry and it helps.
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He was a bit old-fashioned. He adored STAYING ON CEREMONY, following all those ETIQUETTE rules, and was a true fan of COURTESY. It was funny how he took any MANNERS which didn’t fit his views as an insult and as OFFHAND behaviour. When he heard “bye” instead of “farewell” he used to RAISE HIS EYEBROWS and SNORT.
Сообщение отредактировал amasaltseva - Вторник, 16.05.2023, 13:10 |
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| tsvioletta17 | Дата: Вторник, 04.04.2023, 09:50 | Сообщение # 6 |
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| Do you think it is ok for a person of your age to be straitlaced?
This is a very good question because you can speculate on it.
Nowadays, teenagers strive for freedom, moral foundations are blurred in the frivolity of youth. They often perceive everything acutely, because they tremble so much for their limitlessness that they forget about the limits of morality. Yes, a whole generation has passed and our life is very different from the life of our parents, the world around us is also different, but something always remains relevant.
In our world, fresh views still prevail, but there are also some teenagers who adhere to old views. Most often, it is my Christian friends who preserve traditions and I understand them. I believe that everything should be in moderation, you need to keep up with the times, not to condemn anyone, but also not to be a dissolute person without moral goals.
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I really don't like, literally condemn rude and INSOLENT people. But COURTEOUS people are delighting me. Also I feel uncomfortable with people who always STAND ON CEREMONY, they make me TWICHING.
Сообщение отредактировал tsvioletta17 - Вторник, 02.05.2023, 13:19 |
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| sasavasl15 | Дата: Понедельник, 29.05.2023, 14:06 | Сообщение # 7 |
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| We pride ourselves on being friendly and COURTEOUS and efficient. And DISCOURTEOUS manners are frowned upon among us. You'd better not be INSOLENT.
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| sensualpie111 | Дата: Воскресенье, 03.09.2023, 23:45 | Сообщение # 8 |
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| Why do you think it is important to be courteous?
Being courteous is important because it promotes positive social interactions and fosters a more harmonious society. It shows respect and consideration for others, which can lead to better relationships, reduced conflicts, and a more pleasant environment for everyone involved. Additionally, courtesy often leads to reciprocity, where others are more likely to treat you with kindness and respect in return.
Para Julia
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| sodrozdova | Дата: Четверг, 17.10.2024, 10:47 | Сообщение # 9 |
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| When was it last time that anything / anybody raised your eyebrows? When you raised anybody's eyebrows? When anybody's eyebrows were raised in your presence? What was the reason?
In my case, I raise my eyebrows because of people who don't follow proper etiquette. My mother always taught me that it's important to look clean and presentable as much as possible, and I can't understand why some people, for instance, wear the same clothes for an entire week. Additionally, I find it uncomfortable when people yawn in the metro with their mouth wide open, which I believe is a lack of respect for others around them. There are many other unpleasant examples that could raise anybody's eyebrows, but I won't go into them here.
For me, my grandmother always raises her eyebrows at me, sometimes disapproving of my appearance and sometimes because she doesn't like me singing in the choir instead of visiting her. She believes that this behaviour is considered to be inappropriate one.
I believe that the degree of adequacy depends on a person's background, and there is no right or wrong way to judge a person's appearance or behavior. However, in my opinion, following simple rules of etiquette and showing good manners can help anyone to feel more elegant. And also it can help to create a better atmosphere at public places.
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1) Lately I have been twitching very often. 2) I don't like when people are smirking at me, I prefer beaming. 3) I think, good manners are still valuable these days.
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Сообщение отредактировал sodrozdova - Четверг, 12.12.2024, 14:33 |
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| veronikachernykh15 | Дата: Четверг, 17.10.2024, 13:03 | Сообщение # 10 |
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| Why do you think it is important to be courteous?
I believe that it is important to be courteous regardless of age or who is around us. It is crucial to teach children about politeness, but in order to do so, we also need to model good behavior ourselves. Unfortunately, many adults seem to ignore this principle. Even at the university, I have heard inappropriate comments from teachers and witnessed elementary rudeness towards students. I find it difficult to understand why intelligent adults feel the need to assert themselves at the expense of younger people who have come to learn. However, if we set aside this issue, it seems clear that politeness plays an important role in our daily lives.
Courtesy has the power to unite people. A simple conversation with a stranger can brighten someone's day. Thanks to politeness, we have the chance for happiness and understanding.
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The audience RAISED ITS EYEBROWS because the speaker appeared quite OFFHAND. He was DISCOURTEOUS and INSOLENT to listeners of the course. And all participants of the lecture SQUIRMED and SNIFFED at every comment of the lecturer.
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Сообщение отредактировал veronikachernykh15 - Четверг, 17.10.2024, 14:37 |
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| lolosipovanika | Дата: Четверг, 17.10.2024, 13:32 | Сообщение # 11 |
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| Have you ever seen anyone smirking or beaming? What was the reason?
I want to talk only about positive wide smiles, also called beams. I like the root of this word — a sun's beam. And the connection with the idea of light is really suitable here because a happy person truly shines when beams. When I see somebody beaming, I cannot resist and want to start beaming with them. My favourite beaming ever is from Federico Fellini's movie "The Nights of Cabiria", where in the very last scene Cabiria is beaming and dancing despite all in what she believed was destroyed. I think it's the best beaming you can ever see in the cinema art.
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1. I RAISED MY EYEBROWS when I saw her TWITCHING. 2. "What's wrong?" - I asked COURTEOUSLY. 3. She FLINCHED and SQUIRMED. 4. It was Ben who humiliated her, he was SMIRKING. 5. When I saw it, I SNORTED. 6. He TITTERED and ran away.
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Сообщение отредактировал lolosipovanika - Среда, 11.12.2024, 23:23 |
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| lisaswan001 | Дата: Среда, 23.10.2024, 21:47 | Сообщение # 12 |
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| Why do you think it is important to be courteous?
Courteousness is, in my opinion, the most basic and important aspect of social relations. Very often we all have to face rude people who do not respect the personal space of another person and do not want to think about others. It is crucial not to become one of such persons. In my opinion, without politeness our society will simply disappear and destroy itself.
Life wisdom, said many centuries before us by Confucius, is: «Do not impose on others what you yourself do not desire». In my opinion, we should all try to live by this attitude and even on the most difficult days remember that other people do not deserve to deal with your mood swings or rudeness. Lastly, I would really like to mention another quote by Confucius: «Humility is the solid foundation of all virtues».
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Despite Jack’s courteousness, a look of insolence crossed his face when she mentioned the strict etiquette of the event. He found the whole affair rather straitlaced and couldn't help but raise his eyebrows at the ridiculousness of what was happening.
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Сообщение отредактировал lisaswan001 - Четверг, 12.12.2024, 00:55 |
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