Standing up when a lady enters the room

3w ago·1 min read

Was at my kids school event and noticed I was the only dad who stood when the headmaster's wife walked over to our group. My son asked me why I did that. Told him it's about showing respect and honor. Doesn't cost anything and it means everything. We're raising a generation that's forgotten these small courtesies.

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DDerek P.Regular3w ago

This is a small thing but it matters. I stand for ladies too. Not because I think women are fragile or anything, just basic respect and courtesy. If it looks old fashioned to some people, that's fine. My kids see it and understand what manners mean.

CChristopherNew Dad3w ago

Being the only dad doing it says something sad about where we're at. Good on you for keeping the standard. My three kids will know what respect looks like because I'm teaching them by example, not just telling them.

TTom M.New Dad3w ago

That's a great example to set for your son. Teaching him respect and manners through your actions speaks louder than any explanation ever could. Sounds like you handled it perfectly.

MMatt D.Regular3w ago

Your kid's going to remember that moment. In a world where manners seem to be going away, you're showing him what it actually looks like. That's good parenting right there.