ETIQUETTE

Etiquette

            It comes from a French word. Etiquette in French means Ticket. There are rules and regulations written on the other side of a ticket. These rules are to be observed and obeyed.

            In today’s context it is known as the art of getting along people. It also means good manners, courtesy, politeness, good ways of dealing with people, consideration for others.

How important is Etiquette?

            We immediately recognize a good breed. A well trained dog. A well brought up child. It is most essential for getting along people.

            It is not inherited (like genes). Etiquette is learnt. It is a method of trimming or smoothening the rough edges. It is not what he says that hurts me but the way he says it to me.

What Etiquette is not?

            It is not a pursuit of good looks. It is the building up of ones image. It is the heart of all rules.

            St. Augustine says ,”Love and do whatever you want.” Hence our actions must respect the individuality and human dignity of others.