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My son is 5, and he has been taught from the time he could speak to say, please, thank you, may I, excuse me, etc.

I think it depends on the parent.

Older generation to some is mid to others.
I started seeing a lack of manners taught, back in the late 70's & beyond.

I agree that many do not teach manners anymore,
or respect for that matter.
There are a lot of adults out there who have
forgotton their manners too.
Sad really sad.


{{{Whisper}}} Thankyou for this post!
Even if you have'nt had enough caffiene yet!

SEE I KNEW there was a reason why I did not want to post this until AFTER my first coffee!

I actually did! He looked at me like I had 2 heads and 5 arms or something.

You are so right oldsage! Being in the education field and working at the elementary level...it so amazes me the lack of manners our young people have in today's world. I am constantly re enforcing it whenever I am able.

This past school year I was blown away when I was helping out in the preschool classroom...(ages 3-5)...this 3 yr. old little guy didn't like what was being asked of him...he repeatedly replied..."F*** you teacher!"

Young children are like sponges...they only learn what the are exposed to. Some kids parents!!!

Yep - manners ard taught when kids are young. Some parents to teach their kids manners, I certainly do, but it becomes increasingly difficult when she's around other kids who haven't been taught manners - just makes me work harder.
I make sure I always smile and say hi, please and thank you. Even if the person behind the counter doesn't say a word.

Sorry you're dealing with inconsiderate a**holes.

That is sooooooo sad to hear little ones talking
like that. I heard a little one in my daughters
neighboorhood say F*** you, and they could'nt of been more than four years old. They were standing in the road and refused to get out of the way of
cars.

That is our younger generation that will someday
be the adults in this world...
Makes it real HARD on people who try to instill
manners and respect in their children.

The problem is not just limited to people's lack of manners. There is a general sense of entitlement which plagues certain members of society because they view anyone in a service oriented industry as being beneath them. It is unfortunate because people who elevate themselves (in their own minds) by knocking others down is disrespectful, unnecessary and such an overall waste of energy.

You know your value, so whether or not others choose to treat you respectfully is their problem. I see people like that through eyes of compassion because there is something very wrong with them. What a way to live. I have been exposed to people like that all throughout my life and I refuse to allow them to inject me with their venom. Instead, I set them straight, then give them a most beautiful smile and keep 'em wondering.

Best wishes ~

Jen

Are manors lost in today's world?

I work in a coffee shop. And it is surprising me how man people do not say a simple please or even a thank you when ordering. I had a customer ask if they could borrow my lighter, which I allowed. And not once was there ever a please or even a thank you.

Are manors lost in today's world?

I work in a coffee shop. And it is surprising me how man people do not say a simple please or even a thank you when ordering. I had a customer ask if they could borrow my lighter, which I allowed. And not once was there ever a please or even a thank you.

It could come down to customer servce(NOT POINTING YOU OUT). There is no customer service anymore. I am going into a store to spend my money. Do I have to thank you no. Maybe I am tired of workers not thanking me, giving me the service I deserve..Go into anystore and you workers standing around talking not caring about the customers.When we were young you were taught the customers always right even when hes wrong. He is spending his money!!By the way I always say thanks even when its not deserved...Thanks for the post..