Your behavior and attitude towards older people shows the level of education. In order not to cause general disapproval and show respect, you need to know how to behave properly when communicating with them.
Instruction manual
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Greet the elders first. The rules of etiquette stipulate that the one who is younger should be the first to greet a person superior to him in age. However, this rule does not apply to shaking hands. Here, on the contrary: the elder should lend a hand to the younger. When saying a greeting, use phrases such as: "Hello, " "Good afternoon, " "Greetings." It is better to abandon the usual "Hello", because it implies a more frivolous attitude towards the interlocutor.
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Address your elders at “You.” This will allow you to demonstrate your respect for the person with whom you are communicating. It is especially true when talking with strangers. It is also better to turn to grandparents on "You", unless they themselves have asked for a closer, "home" treatment.
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Give way to the elders, even if there is a place to sit in the subway car or in the bus. It is possible that it’s quite difficult for an elderly person to reach an empty seat, so your basic politeness can be very useful. However, keep in mind that such advice is best guided only in our country. In many foreign countries, this behavior is considered illegal, because it shows a condescending attitude towards older people and indicates their age.
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Do not be rude to the elders. Even if you think that the position of your interlocutor is erroneous, do not allow yourself to express your dissatisfaction in a rude manner. This can not only offend a person, but also demonstrate your bad manners and disrespect for the older generation.
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Take care of older people, especially if they need your help. Help bring heavy bags to their homes, go down the stairs, cross the road, etc. This will not require much effort from you, and an elderly person will be pleased.
Useful advice
Spend more time with your elderly relatives. Treat them respectfully and take care of them.
