Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Ten Keys to Civility

The Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice, Venice, Florida developed the following "Ten Keys to Civility" their web address is www.gulfcoastcf.org. I think this sums up how we should all act when dealing with others. Let me know if you can think of any that might be aadded.

I would like to thank Krista Jagerson Knapp of C&C Home Services, Altoona, Iowa for alerting me to the list. Their web address is http://www.iowapestandhandyman.com. Check them out if you get the chance.

TEN KEYS TO CIVILITY

Respect Others - Honor other people and their opinions, especially in the midst of a disagreement.

Think Positively - Keep an open mind and assume others have good intentions.

Pay Attention - Be aware and attend to the world and the people around you.

Make a Difference - Get involved.

Speak Kindly - Choose not to spread or listen to gossip.

Say Thank You - Let others know they are appreciated.

Accepts Others - Our differences are what make us interesting.

Rediscover Silence - Keep noise to a minimum.

Listen - Focus on others in order to better understand their points of view.

Keep Your Cool - Accept life's challenges with grace.

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