Will B. Speaking on Manners

Manners are a significant part of being in a society that promotes peaceful coexistence. However, being polite is a skill that takes lots of practice, and the topic has many points of importance to follow.

One such point is listening skills and polite conversation. A popular saying some like to say and which I also agree with is we can disagree and still be friends. So many people think in strict terms of black and white with no middle ground or a gray area.

To follow proper conversation etiquette, we must listen to the other person’s point of view carefully, without interruption. The other person should give you a chance to reply with your opinion in return, and a back-and-forth banter will continue as the conversation moves forward.

It is OK to have a healthy debate during conversations with others and it can even be quite fun, if all parties involved in the debate follow good listening skills and respect the conversation. Try to keep an open mind and be willing to concede the debate if solid logic sways your opinion. We are all only human and make mistakes during a heated exchange. Just remember, a heartfelt apology goes a long way to healing wounds.

This is Will B. saying, WE CAN DISAGREE AND STILL BE FRIENDS! Repeat that!