What are your observations on society and where it’s headed?

Posted by: Rainbow

16th May 2011 01:27pm

Have we evolved into a narcissistic society, as the media have alleged? Do you think the importance of manners and etiquette is less essential? If you live in a country or regional area, is there more of a community spirit and comrade in your district? I really would love to hear your opinions on this issue so please do share your thoughts.

Chris

16th May 2011 09:02pm

I don't think the media accurately reflect people, & I don't think people can be grouped into conveniently differentiated generalisations. Nothing is ever that simple in life. Manners & etiquette are just symbols of respect for others & in & of themselves can be meaningless without a true intention. I would rather feel that good intention from someone than a robotic learned response. The best thing you can teach your kids is to think kindly & to be kind, & you can only teach this by being it yourself, cause kids know the difference between what they are told to 'act' like & what they see demonstrated in reality.

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