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A key element of [[conservatism]] is concern for the loss of courtesy in modern society, and the corrosive effect this has upon the structures of society as a whole. Recognizing that the traditions and mores of courtesy have value and are worth preserving is, by definition, [[conservative]]; thus, courtesy is an inherently conservative value.
A key element of [[conservatism]] is concern for the loss of courtesy in modern society, and the corrosive effect this has upon the structures of society as a whole. Recognizing that the traditions and mores of courtesy have value and are worth preserving is, by definition, [[conservative]]; thus, courtesy is an inherently conservative value.
== How to be more courteous ==
To become more courteous:<ref>
*[https://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+be+more+courteous&oq=how+to+be+m&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBggAEEUYOzIGCAAQRRg7MgYIARBFGDnSAQgyNjU0ajBqN6gCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 How to be more courteous]
*[https://usahello.org/life-in-usa/culture/be-polite/ How to have good manners in the U.S.]
*[https://www.londonschool.com/blog/5-tips-polite-and-diplomatic-language/#:~:text=Listen%20and%20be%20understanding.%20If%20you%20show,understand%20them%20before%20you%20explain%20your%20opinion. 5 Tips for Polite and Diplomatic Language], London School of English
*[https://www.uwl.ac.uk/student-life/building-uwl-community/10-ways-be-respectful#:~:text=Be%20polite%2C%20avoid%20interrupting%20or,or%20ear%20and%20practice%20compassion 10 ways to be respectful], University of West London
*[https://thisevergreenhome.com/12-classic-rules-of-etiquette-we-cant-afford-to-lose/#:~:text=Choosing%20to%20refrain%20from%20it%E2%80%94and%20speaking%20positively,to%20a%20culture%20of%20positivity%20and%20respect. 12 Classic Rules of Etiquette We Can’t Afford to Lose]</ref>
'''1.''' Greet people when you meet them
'''2.''' Make eye contact
'''3.''' Practice [[Listening skills|active listening]]. Give people your full attention.
'''4.''' Think before you speak in terms of your language and general tone and avoid interrupting others
'''5.''' Use polite language like "please" and "thank you"
'''6.''' Show genuine appreciation. Write thank you notes/emails for gifts and kind gestures
'''7.''' Practice kindness
'''8.''' Use little words to soften statements ("Sorry, I didn't quite catch that"; "I don't really like it I'm afraid"; "Can I just say something here?")
'''9.''' Use and remember people's names and remember little details about them
'''10.''' Be on time and respect people's time
'''11.''' Use the word "sorry" to soften language and quickly apologize when warranted ("Sorry, but can I just say something here"; "Sorry, but I don't really agree"; "Sorry, but I think that's out of the question")
'''12.''' Avoid [[gossip]]
'''13.''' Avoid accusatory language, while also respecting others' [[opinion]]s/[[belief]]s when possible and their personal boundaries (Avoid the "accusatory you" and instead put the focus on 'I' or 'we'.
For example according to the London School of English:
{{Cquote|Don't say: You don't understand me.
Say: Perhaps I'm not making myself clear.
Don't say:You didn't explain this point.
Say: I didn't understand this point.
Don't say: You need to give us a better price.
Say: We're looking for a better price.<ref>[https://www.londonschool.com/blog/5-tips-polite-and-diplomatic-language/#:~:text=Listen%20and%20be%20understanding.%20If%20you%20show,understand%20them%20before%20you%20explain%20your%20opinion. 5 Tips for Polite and Diplomatic Language], London School of English</ref>
'''14.''' Have a [[Positive thinking|positive]] [[attitude]] and smile more
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