A well-mannered, cultured person, owning his emotions and observing the rules of politeness is much more pleasant in communication than a rude person. Success in a career, relationships with friends and relatives, and well-being in family life depend on the ability to correctly evaluate and behave in a particular situation. Therefore, everyone from an early age should know and comply with the rules of courtesy.
What is politeness
Courtesy means expression, as well as respect for a person or his actions. If you turn to the dictionary with the question of what politeness is, the definition of this word will be such - this is a manifestation of upbringing, courtesy and the ability to observe the rules of decency. Being polite is not so easy. Very often, restrained and adequate behavior of adults is hindered by stress, trouble at work and in personal life. Sometimes politeness to a person is impossible because of antipathy to him. One of the most important and valuable qualities of a person is the ability to restrain himself and politely in various situations. It is often difficult for children to understand what politeness is. Therefore, it is very important to teach a child from early childhood to observe the rules of courtesy. After all, this quality is always noticed and appreciated.
Courtesy
A person is polite to another if he constantly uses the words “thank you”, “please”, “sorry” and the like in a conversation.
Spouses are considerate of each other and instill this in their child if they do not use rude and obscene words in a conversation with each other.
In politics, showing respect for the person in the negotiations is called diplomatic politeness.
A person is considered polite if he shows his respect to both the elders and the younger ones.
Courtesy rules for children
What are the rules of courtesy, should know not only every adult, but also a child.
First of all, the child needs to explain what politeness is, the definition of this word. As well as how educated children behave and why it is so important to be polite. It is very convenient to learn the rules of politeness in pictures and in a playful way. There are even rules in verse so that the child can more easily remember and understand them.
One of the universal rules that every adult is aware of is to do what you want others to do with you. Children very often consciously do not want to be paid attention and say hello. That is why this rule is very important in the formation of politeness and awareness of this very concept - politeness: what is and how it manifests itself.
It is important to teach the child the correct use of words of thanks. You need to thank not only if you presented some gift (even if you didn’t like it), but also if the other person helped or rendered any service. It must be explained that help and mutual assistance are politeness, that such behavior is very much appreciated.
It is necessary to tell the child that you can’t call names, make fun of someone or come up with offensive nicknames, focusing on the shortcomings of another person. Instead, you need to praise others for their good deeds, to note their dignity, to be able to listen to a person without interrupting him.
Knowing and understanding that you need to respect other people, you can not be selfish and put first of all your desires - politeness. What kind of attitude towards other people should be in any communication and that it is ugly to interrupt someone or scream for no reason, you need to explain to a child from an early age.
Magic words
Of course, the main aspect is the study, the correct understanding of what politeness is and the use of magic words such as “thank you”, “hello”, “goodbye”, “sorry”, “please” and so on. It is necessary to explain to the baby that they can be used in different situations. For example, they apologize not only when they act badly or feel guilty for an act, but also when they want to ask another person for something or to attract his attention, distracting from another matter or conversation. As communication with other children and adults increases, skills for using polite words will increase.
Basic rules of courtesy
- Greet first and answer the greeting.
- Do not interrupt others when talking.
- Knock when the door is locked.
- Leaving from somewhere, hold the door.
- Ask for permission if you are visiting.
- Do not show disinterest in anything.
- Avoid conflicts.
- Do not respond rude to rudeness.
There are a lot of rules of courtesy. It is important to remember that a properly raised child whose parents are polite will intuitively do the same as they do in similar situations.
How to raise a polite attitude towards others in a child
It is hard to argue that children learn bad rather than good much faster. As soon as a child sees his peer committing a bad act, you have to make adjustments to his behavior. There is also a certain amount of truth in the fact that children will always be like parents, copying their behavior. That is why not only children, but also their parents must observe the rules of courtesy. After all, they are an example for the child to follow. First of all, the baby's mom and dad must learn to control their emotions and actions, regardless of the situation. When communicating with a child, one must use the very magic words, always listen to everything that the baby wants to say, without interrupting it.
From the first days, you need to build a warm and trusting relationship with the child, so that later, when the baby grows up, be his authority. Then he will listen to the opinions and instructions of the parents.
Explain the meaning of the word "courtesy", what are the rules of courtesy from an early age. To do this, it is preferable to use a game form.
It is impossible to impose rules on a child and force him to comply, and even more so punish for incorrect behavior.
The kid needs to be given a choice of how he can act in a certain situation, and then explain the pros and cons of the decision.
You can not scold the child in the presence of other people. You can never criticize a baby. You can criticize his behavior, but he himself is not. The politeness of the child must be praised.