chilvary
Posted by: david
29th Apr 2010 06:22pm
have the days of chivalry gone.i still like to open doors for ladies or stand on puvblic transport for ladies.but some women object to this since womens lib has been introduced.what do you think.david
Ollie
- 17th Nov 2010 12:34am
Very well said Bellxchat. I didn't particularly like the mention of specific cultures in other chats on this topic, because I think all cultures have differing mores, ethics and ways of doing things.
I think the biggest problem is respect for the aged. I am now 60, and not as confident or capable, both physically or mentally, as when much younger. I would have difficulty standing for some time on public transport, get a little confused and panic more easily ... eg. preparing to alight whilst carrying baggage. This will only worsen with age.
I have always appreciated a bit of 'old fashioned' chivalry... it shows that the other person is aware of your presence by being helpful and kind, with the good manners they have been taught. Opening the door for a woman, orfir example the Prime Minister (Male), is not that anybody is incapable, but a mark of 'respect'. An abusive reaction is discourteous and a display of ignorance.
I think some (not all) young people have not been taught respect and good manners, regardless of their 'cultural background', are quite immature, selfish (for whatever reason) and are just not aware of other people.
Too many seem to 'throw out the baby with the bath water' !
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