Sedalia Dave Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 No Idea who originated this list but the world would be a better place if more people practiced the below. 1. Never shake a hand sitting down. Standing up shows respect and engagement. It signifies that you value the person you are meeting and are fully present in the interaction. 2. Protect who is behind you, and respect who is beside you. This emphasizes loyalty and honor. Protecting those behind you means safeguarding your family, friends, and teammates. Respecting those beside you signifies recognizing the equality and value of your peers. 3. Never insult the cooking when you are the guest. Showing gratitude and respect for hospitality is essential. Criticizing the cooking is disrespectful and ungrateful, especially when someone has gone out of their way to host you. 4. Never eat the last piece of something you didn't buy. This rule underscores courtesy and consideration for others. It demonstrates awareness and respect for shared resources and the contributions of others. 5. Never make the first offer in a negotiation. Letting the other party make the first offer can provide strategic advantages. It gives you insight into their expectations and can help you negotiate better terms. 6. Don't take credit for work you didn't do. Integrity in acknowledging others' efforts is crucial. Taking undue credit undermines trust and damages your credibility. 7. Take the blame, and give credit when due. Owning up to mistakes and recognizing others' contributions builds respect and trust. It shows maturity and leadership. 8. If you are not invited, don't ask to go. Respecting boundaries and invitations is key to maintaining good social etiquette. It avoids awkward situations and respects the host’s intentions. 9. Always aim for the head. This metaphorical rule can apply to many scenarios, implying that you should strive for excellence and precision in your efforts. 10. Don't beg for a relationship. Self-respect and dignity are important. Desperation can lead to unhealthy dynamics and undervalues your worth. 11. Dress well no matter what the occasion. Good grooming and dressing appropriately show respect for yourself and others. It also boosts confidence and makes a positive impression. 12. Always carry cash. Being prepared for various situations, including emergencies, is practical. It reflects foresight and responsibility. 13. Listen, nod, and most of all make eye contact. Active listening and non-verbal engagement are crucial for effective communication. They show that you value and are attentive to the speaker. 14. Show restraint in expressing anger, no matter what. Being angry is a waste of energy. Managing anger is vital for maintaining composure and making rational decisions. It prevents regrettable actions and fosters a more positive environment. 15. Whether it's dinner, drinks, or both, avoid placing your phone on the dinner table. Prioritizing face-to-face interactions over digital distractions shows respect and attentiveness to those present. 16. Never pose with alcohol. Maintaining a responsible image is important. Posing with alcohol can convey unprofessionalism or recklessness. 17. Proper grammar will get you far in life. Leave the foul language for the less educated. Good communication skills, including proper grammar, enhance your credibility and professionalism. Avoiding foul language shows respect and maturity. 18. Ask more than you answer. Showing interest in others by asking questions fosters better relationships and understanding. It also demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn. 19. You can tell a great deal about a person by their handshake, so make yours strong and firm. A firm handshake conveys confidence and sincerity. It is often the first impression you make, so it’s important to get it right. 20. Speak honestly. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Honesty builds trust and integrity. It involves being truthful and consistent, fostering deeper connections and mutual respect. Speaking honestly also means balancing truth with empathy and tact, ensuring that your words are respectful and considerate. Author Unknown 13 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bear Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 Or you can just be a pig and live in a sty. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpo Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 Number 18. I do that. And that seems to upset a lot of y'all. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. C.J. Sabre, SASS #46770 Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 2 hours ago, Alpo said: Number 18. I do that. And that seems to upset a lot of y'all. It's not that you ask a lot of questions, Alpo. It's more a matter where in the world do these questions COME FROM? Number 11 is the one that I see REALLY needs to be promoted. I swear that the way some people dress looks like they're doing to very least that they can get away with to not get arrested for indecent exposure. As far as I'm concerned, shorts, an undershirt, (wife beater), and flip flops is NOT dressed. I don't dress full Cowboy anymore, (I got tired of fighting the heat), but if I'm out of the house I wear jeans, WITH a belt, a T shirt, though usually a Polo, boots and a hat/ cap, lately a MAGA cap. I don't even OWN a pair of shorts OR flip flops. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-BAR #18287 Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 13 hours ago, Sedalia Dave said: No Idea who originated this list but the world would be a better place if more people practiced the below. Indeed! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 I follow all of those except 11 and 14. I wear what I like these days. I express anger when I am angry, but I do it logically. I let the Serenity Prayer be my guide. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgavin Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 A gentleman always remembers a lady's birthday, but always forgets her age. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocWard Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 A caveat to #4: If your host (or other) insists, to decline becomes rude. I won't comment on the second part of #17. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted July 14 Share Posted July 14 I don’t need no stinkin rules!😆 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 6 hours ago, Pat Riot said: I follow all of those except 11 and 14. I wear what I like these days. I express anger when I am angry, but I do it logically. I let the Serenity Prayer be my guide. #11 isn't an issue. I dress the way that suits mt. Always clean and well kept but seldom polished and pressed. #14! Well now, there's an issue. I'm trying to drop profanity from my "quiver" of language but there are so many instances in a normal day that just derail my intentions and I unload in my Gunny voice using Gunny language. I usually catch myself after the fact and ask God to help me. It's a long process. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. C.J. Sabre, SASS #46770 Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 20 minutes ago, Forty Rod SASS 3935 said: #11 isn't an issue. I dress the way that suits mt. Always clean and well kept but seldom polished and pressed. #14! Well now, there's an issue. I'm trying to drop profanity from my "quiver" of language but there are so many instances in a normal day that just derail my intentions and I unload in my Gunny voice using Gunny language. I usually catch myself after the fact and ask God to help me. It's a long process. I don't consider that clothes need to be polished and pressed, but I DO think that men should wear long pants and footwear that cover the feet. As for your Gunny voice and language, I'd bet anything you care to name that those that hear it deserve to. I never made Gunny, but as a Sgt. I still have both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bear Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 5 minutes ago, Sgt. C.J. Sabre, SASS #46770 said: I don't consider that clothes need to be polished and pressed, but I DO think that men should wear long pants and footwear that cover the feet. As for your Gunny voice and language, I'd bet anything you care to name that those that hear it deserve to. I never made Gunny, but as a Sgt. I still have both. Voting in Australia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. C.J. Sabre, SASS #46770 Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 8 minutes ago, Buckshot Bear said: Voting in Australia Not much different here, which is WHY I think Rule 11 should be pushed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Ron Wayne Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 A Man is only as good as his word . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 2 hours ago, Sgt. C.J. Sabre, SASS #46770 said: I don't consider that clothes need to be polished and pressed, but I DO think that men should wear long pants and footwear that cover the feet. As for your Gunny voice and language, I'd bet anything you care to name that those that hear it deserve to. I never made Gunny, but as a Sgt. I still have both. I wear shorts all the time and I love it when I get “that look” of disapproval from “real men”. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bear Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 1 minute ago, Pat Riot said: I wear shorts all the time and I love it when I get “that look” of disapproval from “real men”. I wear shorts 365 days a year and open footwear (as do a lot of Aussies) its hot and humid down here. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 Just now, Buckshot Bear said: I wear shorts 365 days a year and open footwear (as do a lot of Aussies) its hot and humid down here. Yep and I love my Sanuk sandal shoes. My favorite shorts are Wrangler Authentics cargo shorts. I wear them all summer and or in hot weather. Except on the motorcycle. Then it’s ATGATT. Gets a little warm but that’s okay. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bear Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 On 7/14/2024 at 1:10 PM, Sedalia Dave said: 17. Proper grammar will get you far in life. Leave the foul language for the less educated. Good communication skills, including proper grammar, enhance your credibility and professionalism. Avoiding foul language shows respect and maturity. On this judgmental scale, I'm an extremely less educated individual, very disrespectful and lacking in maturity. Damn I love being me 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 6 hours ago, Buckshot Bear said: On this judgmental scale, I'm an extremely less educated individual, very disrespectful and lacking in maturity. Damn I love being me As am I 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Harley, #14153 Posted July 15 Share Posted July 15 On 7/13/2024 at 11:10 PM, Sedalia Dave said: 11. Dress well no matter what the occasion. Good grooming and dressing appropriately show respect for yourself and others. It also boosts confidence and makes a positive impression. I say to dress well appropriate to the occasion. I own tailored suits and shirts, un-faded nice fitting jeans, and leather shoes that are sharply shined. I do feel good when wearing them to appropriate events. My daily wear is a clean pair of Teva water sandals, hiking shorts that aren’t scraped from hiking, and a nice short sleeved shirt. I feel good in these clothes also, and nobody has ever judged me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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