Why are so many people so impolite, I like to say hello, good morning to everyone I see, whether..read on?
963202
Well to be perfectly frank people in this day and age are jerks.\nPeople seem to be involved with themselves caring little about anyone or anything else. They are a product of the fast paced world we live in today. Don't get me wrong not everyone is like this. You are obviously old school (a very good trait), but most people in the world today weren't raised like you. Don't give up keep being yourself (even though it may piss you off sometimes). Believe it or not by being the way you are you are most definitely making a difference in the lives of others, even though you may never know it. Good Luck. And by the way good afternoon!!!
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I have never answered a question of yours rudely so its not "every one" Its the same no matter which side you favor in this dynamic.I personally like to deal in facts with a respected link to my facts.Any time you use race related terms or rudeness to answer .Its takes aways some credibility from your question,no matter how legitimate it is.I was raised with good manners,and gained a debating skill,that I developed more fully in college.The problem with this forum is that most people are driven by emotion and not a quest for the truth.\nUnfortunately emotions don't always have good manners.
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DAM WHY DID YOU ASK THIS ? \nI HATE TO SAY THIS TO YOU, BUT I WOULD BE 1 OF THOSE RUDE PEOPLE, BUT NOT BECAUSE I DON'T WANT TO. IT'S SO QUICK WHEN YOU BY PASS SOMEONE. THEREFORE IN MY HEAD I JUST THINK WHY DIDN'T YOU SMILE BACK HOW RUDE OF ME, MOST OF THE TIME PEOPLE ARE THINKING VERY HARD OF SOMETHING, WELL I CAN ONLY TALK FOR MY SELF, BUT I DO FEEL BAD WHEN THAT HAPPENS, I'M SORRY .
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I don't know. Some people are really rude.
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It is very rude. That is one of my biggest pet peeves - People talking to other people while I'm on the phone with them. My Fiance does that all the time and it drives me up the wall!!!
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I asked this question here, I was told it was rude of me to expect a thank you by a lot of posters.  I still think it's not me who is rude...and I still say "You're welcome" to these people to try and get them to remember what we all learned in preschool--say thank you when someone does something nice for you.
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Just drop in to say hi & you know I am the same as you, Apostolic. \n\nGod bless & catch up soon. Peace, lady
1168487
Maybe pressure from other people to abide by social norms. So many times when someone does something rude or offensive, people just let it slide. No one confronts them about it. Maybe if everytime someone did something rude they got called on it, they'd think twice and be more respectful next time.
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Because you can't talk freely. Nevertheless, I guess is the best way to introduce yourself without being rejected.
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I am apologizing for all the nasty people that were rude to you. I do hate it when people get abusive on this format, I don't think that would be the case if they were face to face.
71283
Absolutely smile back. It might be her natural personality to smile at everyone, but she could also be trying to get your attention.  If you're bold enough, nod your head as you say "hi" to her. Then you can start up a conversation with her....now or later. But don't ignore her, you don't want her to think you're rude.
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Yes, there are rude people everywhere. Unfortunately it's impossible to legislate manners. It sometimes helps to "accidently" step in front of them or gently "bump" into them and say "Oh, excuse me!". Your politness will be a gentle reminder that they aren't being very polite.
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yes you can say hello to me. and hello to you too. its great to hear you are enjoying what you are doing. but you always can catch up whatever you missed later.
936991
I agree that people are really too rude. I deal with the public at work, and people talk to me in ways they would never even talk to their worst enemies. I think a lot of it has to do with stress and frustration -- everyone thinks they're problem is the most important, most pressing in the world. And it is, to them. Just remember that no matter how rude other people are to you, the best thing you can do is dose them with kindness. Smile, speak softly and let them know that no matter what kind of crap they're dealing with, it's really not your fault.
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Who knows? I try to be nice and friendly to everybody,but some people are just plain nasty.
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It's just an idiosynchracy of the culture.  However, it probably also has something to do with the fact that the question 'How are YOU?" quickly forms a bond with the other person (although superficial) in that you are expressing concern for them, instead of the more self-centred "Hi, MY name is..."  (this might also be why the phrase "Hell, I don't believe WE'VE met..." is also preferred as it creates a fast bond)
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When you walk into a room where people are already present (and you aren't crashing the room in any way), etiquette calls for someone already there to say hello to YOU, to WELCOME you.  However, etiquette aside, there is nothing wrong with you saying the first hello - or at least smiling.