Sunday, November 11, 2007

GOOD MANNERS-translated from The world of Tzu Chi 84

GOOD MANNERS
Q :How to sit gracefully?
A :Sit by occupying 2/3 of the seat. Don't lean on the chair, let our back naturally straight.

Q :How to take dishes politely and with hygiene ?
A :Use common chopstick or spoon. Take the dishes near to you. Don't overturn and pick.

Q :What is the healthy eating behavior?
A :Chew slowly. Eat 80% full, do not over eat

Q :What are the things to be take note while eating buffet ?
A :While taking dishes, don't talk to prevent polluting the foods. Take the amount of food you can eat and finish it.

Q :What are the 4 points on Proper Clothing?
A : Clothing should be clean, neat, suit the location and suitable for ourself.

Q :What should we do after using a space?
A :tidy up, regain it to original situation and remember to switch off the light.

Q :How to maintain a calm living environment?
A :While listening to music or watching tv, using moderate volume. Avoid using drill or any noise making tools at night.

Q :What are the manner for walking?
A :While greeting people, stand aside. If 2 persons are walking towards us, we should keep right and pass by them. Not walking pass through them.

Q :How to get up and down a staircase?
A :While climb up staircase,let elderly and ladies walk in front to show respect. While getting down stair case, let young people or man walk in front to ensure safety.

Q :What are the things to be take note while walking with elderly people?
A :Slowly follow them at the back, cannot overtake them with fast pace.

Q :How to show our parents that we care for them if we are not staying together?
A :Always send our greeting by calling them. Visit them more often.

Q :What is the appropriate distance while talking with others?
A :60cm, about distance of an arm.

Q :How to end a conversation if we are run out of time?
A :Inform them clearly, don't just keep watching our watch.

Q :What are the basic manner of making phone call?
A :First introduce ourself, then ask if he/she is convenient to talk.

Q :What are the things to be taken care while receiving a phone call?
A :Don't eat/drink while talking. If leaving message, should be short and clear.Volume suitable to avoid disturbing others.

Q :While meeting, which seat is the prime seat?
A :The seat which is the furthest from the door.

Q :What are the basic manners in public?
A :Don't speak loudly, try to provide service to others. Say 'thank you', 'excuse me ' or "I'm sorry' when necessary.

Q :What are the do and don't while watching performance?
A :Don't simply change the seat, beware of the time to clap hand. Abide the rules on video recording or taping.

Q :What are the manner while taking lift?
A :Let people come out of the lift, then we go in. Smile and nod. Stand by facing the lift door.

Q :How to Q at public toilet?
A :Queue up in front of public toilet, one go out, another go in.


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