Things You'll Need:
- Yourself
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Step 1
Keep your language and conversation topics appropriate. Don't curse or talk about bodily functions and such. As a general rule, if it's not appropriate for a child to repeat, don't say it.
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Step 2
Keep your area clean and organized. Wipe off tables, throw away garbage, and leave as little evidence that you were there as possible.
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Step 3
Don't laugh, point, or make faces at people for being different (weight, hair, etc.) If it is something you wouldn't want them to hear, then you probably should keep it to yourself.
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Step 4
If somebody is being disruptive, say "excuse me" and politely ask them to tone it down. Do not complain about their behavior-you are being obnoxious when you do that.
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Step 5
Remember to say "please," "thank you," and "you're welcome." When speaking to adults, address them by "sir" or "ma'am."
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Step 6
Be considerate of others. Give people their personal space. Hold open doors for people. Allow the elderly, pregnant women, and those with small children ahead of you in the line for the restroom. The elderly and pregnant women have a harder time controlling their bladder, and when a child says he/she needs to go to the bathroom it is most likely an urgent need.
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Step 7
Keep electronic equipment at a low volume. In libraries and movie theaters, your phone should be off or on vibrate. Use headphones when listening to music, and make sure nobody can hear what you are listening to with headphones on. If you do keep your cell phone ringer on, make sure the music playing is appropriate.
