Society and cultural etiquette

[futureperfect5]

Well, that was getting too confusing. Whatever he said ...
this is what I meant:

1 - I like being being treated well and I like treat others well.
I think the only real reason to behave with manners and politeness is if it comes from you, not society.

2 - I think that there are ways to be chivalrous, even in the 21c which are necessary or even valid
however, again - voluntary. However, medieval chivalry was appropriate then, now probably now.

3 - There is a kind of "nobility" connected with actions that are menat to bring honor and dignity to situation.
I would support them as well, for myself -- I do not imposed my ideas or needs on others.
Nor is it appropriate to make assumptions without asking for clarification -- these are broad terms.
I support equality for females in all aspects. However, I do not feel that having equality means not being extended courteous.

[Rei]

Oh yes, there are things that are very nice to do... but in common situations also very inefficient.

I watched Kate and Leopold last night and I was thinking how charming it is for men to stand up when a lady leaves the table, hold a jacket for a lady for her to put on, express his intentions in writing. *However, I'd find it highly unnecessary and impractical unless perhaps in special situations, or just for the fun of it.

In any case. *No one ever said anything about abandoning common courtesy.

[Markynaz]

People treat other people well becasue they think they wiil be trated the same way

[Rivers]

I don't know, being too polite will cause you trouble, people will use you, stomp on you and some would consider you weak for it. Chivalry can also get you into trouble, some wome get pissed when you hold the door for them. I don't think about treating others as I would like to be treated, I'm polite to people who deserve it, I can fake it in other cases my resentment is clearly visibile. Be careful when asking for complete equality, because it might lead to women working in the mines and men sowing, some things are gender exclusive unfortunately. But when it comes to rights, total equality is desirable and noble.