DECENCY is a powerful way of living life with a positive
attitude towards fellow human beings and all living creatures. The act of
simple courtesy of holding the door open, a pleasant hello, allowing the car
alongside you to merge in ahead of you, listening to and respecting someone’s
opinion (even if it differs from yours) goes a long way in creating a true
sense of decency. The list is endless.
It’s not difficult at all, if you think before you react
with a positive response to most situations it will surely result in harmony
with others that you may not have realized before.
I’m a junkie for engagement on my blog and would enjoy
hearing how you instill decency in your daily life. Thanks for visiting!
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to visit fellow A-Z Challenge 2016 participants!
Best wishes,
Donna M. McDine
Multi Award-winning Children's Author
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A great D word!
ReplyDeleteGlad you like my choice!
DeleteI love that you chose decency and I try and show it
ReplyDeleteeveryday as I want my son to see it in action and
use it as well. From opening doors to Thanking
people in the Service, police and Firemen. And
just telling someone hello and I like something
about them. As seeing someone smile is a nice
way to make you smile. And if I can open a door
for you I will.
Yes, showing my example is essential! I agree with you full heartedly. You have already opened a door for me by visiting. I look forward to staying connected!
DeleteWe need more decency in this world! I try to always smile at people. I try to engage with people positively by telling them I love their beautiful scarf or sweater etc., or just eagerly help them if in need. Usually a warm smile opens the door to further positive interaction. I feel great if I've made at least one person's day just a tiny bit better.
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing what a smile can do, isn't it! I like the idea of commenting on their clothing.
DeleteI always try to be super nice to cashiers, waiters/waitresses and other people working who have to give me some form of service. I want them to know their effort is appreciated.
ReplyDelete~Patricia Lynne aka Patricia Josephine~
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Patricia Lynne, Indie Author
Most definitely and not only does it brighten their day, it brightens ours by doing so!
DeleteI have it most of the time, some days though away it may flow lol
ReplyDeleteI hear you, keep up the great work!
DeleteDaily decency is part of my job as an administrative assistant. I must keep smiling and sound friendly and helpful at all times!
ReplyDeleteI know exactly where you are coming from being an administrative assistant at The Salvation Army. Good for you!
DeleteI agree with think before you speak, or just don't say anything at all. Nowadays - on Facebook, just enjoy folks' vacation posts or kid pics. Decency goes downhill with politics and religion. Try to take your turn in traffic or at the lunchmeat counter. Good post
ReplyDeleteThe politicians are draining society. I stay away from all the nasty debates, not worth my time!
DeleteSad to say decency is not seen/shown much today. I try to teach my children to respect people's property, to say please when they ask for something, etc. Now if I can get them to not fight with each other so much.
ReplyDeleteShowing by example is essential. I don't think siblings will ever overcome their little battles...oh well!
DeleteIf we all acted with decency we'd have a world without war and world without crime. Utopia! At it's heart is the word you've chosen today. Thanks, Donna.
ReplyDeleteAmen! Well said!
DeleteI like the idea of decency as opposed to respect. Respect is earned. Kindness and decency should be givens.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you full heartedly. Thanks for visiting!
DeleteI agree. Decency is indeed a powerful way of living. Small acts of humane behaviour go a long way, in making life easier for one and all.
ReplyDeleteAmen! Well said. It's all about the ripple effect in a positive manner.
DeleteWe can do with Decency a lot around us as it never goes out of fashion.
ReplyDeleteThankfully it never does! Thanks for visiting!
DeleteI love that you chose Decency as your topic for today. When someone goes out of their way to be nice to us, we're almost surprised these days because it's the exception, not the rule. We are so busy that we forget that it's not all about us! Found you through the A to Z Challenge. www.dianeweidenbenner.com
ReplyDeleteSo true, it's important to realize there is so much to the world than just us and our lives. Spreading decency certainly helps us in learning that. Thanks for visiting!
DeleteI believe in showing decency toward others too. In general, I treat others the way I'd like to be treated.
ReplyDeleteAmen! What you put out to the universe is what you get back!
DeleteI'm all for it, however, the world is full of rude people and getting worse all the time. Pity!
ReplyDeleteWe have to blanket people with decency and hopefully it will have a ripple effect!
DeleteTalking about holding the door open for others - that seems to be my life's mission! Even more interesting are the myriad different responses I get when showing this little decency
ReplyDeleteOpen Minded Mormon A-Z
It's bizarre isn't it. I'm always shocked when people don't appreciate it!
DeleteMy mother is an advocate of decency...which she drummed into our heads from a young age.
ReplyDeleteI think it's a simple concept...just be a good and kind human being to all who you meet.
Writer In Transit
I agree it's a simple concept, but unfortunately some people don't get it!
DeleteGreat post, Donna! Decency is so very important and is something I try to display in my daily life as well as foster in my children. The world needs more of it these days!
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