More on Parenting Etiquette
Contributed by Janet Adetu
I hope you liked the first set of tips on parenting etiquette, here is more on parenting etiquette for you to consider.
- Respect for Elders is a Must
Some cultures do not play around with the need to respect those who are older than you. Respect for the elders should not just include the very elderly, but any adult who is much older than that child. When your child sees people that are much older, it is a rule that they greet them with honour and respect, offer to help or assist them at all times when needed without being asked. A respectable child will always be seen as well behaved child; likeable and lovable.
- Which Knife? Which Fork?
A well mannered child shows best traits while dining and at the dining table. Without running the risk of laying too much emphasis on culture, your child should know basic dining etiquette, and proper behaviour whilst at the dining table. Do not allow your child to be too comfortable using the wrong method of cutlery usage. Correct all mistakes always.
- Use Magic Words : ‘Please’, ‘Thank you’ ‘Excuse me’
Yes these may sound so common that our children have taken them for granted. If used every day at home, out of common courtesy, they should not pose any difficulty. Appropriate use of these words will leave a great impression on the hearts and minds of those around. When a good deed has been done, or your child has been offered a reward , or a kind gesture, “thank you” is in order. No matter which country or nationality, “merci”, “gratious”, “asante”, “danke seun”, “ese”, teach your child to use always. As parents try to use these words yourself extensively.
- Meet & Greet
Does your child or your children run and hide when visitors come to the house? It is good to practice the art of confidence building with you child/children from a young age. Ensure that your child cultivates the habit of pleasant greeting of your friends, colleagues, relations. Teach your child the right words to say when greeting someone. Make it a point of duty that they come down and meet necessary visitors like friends and family and say a decent greeting. The pride and glory is yours.
Example: “Hello Ma, (Aunty/Uncle) I am m Susanna, nice to meet you.”
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