## Children Who Don’t Learn the Rules Will Be Left Behind
Children who don’t understand the rules will fall behind
Etiquette in communication indicates a person’s quality, understanding, experience, and character. However, rules are not innate, they must be taught and learned. Many children cannot easily learn from their own experiences, so parents need to teach them.
If you break the rules, you will annoy those around you. Therefore, children need to know the rules to protect themselves and not infringe on others.
When children are unaware of the rules, they are considered naughty. And when they grow up without knowing the rules, they will be ostracized and shunned by society.
People without manners are like weeds that will be uprooted. In life, parents can be forgiving when their children make mistakes or lack manners, but society will not. Society will reject those without manners. So don’t cover up for your child’s mistakes, teach them the basic rules of how to interact with others and not affect those around them.
Many people let their children develop freely, but remember that not all freedom is good. Your freedom can become an infringement on others’ freedom, and that’s no longer freedom.
Rules to teach your children from a young age
Well-behaved, understanding, and polite children will find their place in society.
If parents don’t teach their children these things, society will, and it may be a harsh lesson.
So don’t forget to teach your children the following rules:
1. When your child sees an elder, they should know to greet them proactively. Parents should also practice this so their children can follow their example.
2. When receiving something from an elder, they must accept it with both hands and never with just one hand.
3. When eating with others, your child should wait for the elders to pick up their chopsticks first before starting. They should also pay attention to greeting and observing others, rather than focusing solely on their food.
4. Your child should not waste food or throw it around. They need to appreciate the hard work of laborers and develop good habits.
5. Teach your child to eat with their mouth, not their hands. They should bring the food to their mouth, not lean their head towards the bowl.
6. When sitting down to eat, your child should not fidget or slump. When eating with others, they should not only pick their favorite dishes but also consider the preferences of others.
7. When going out, your child should not create a ruckus in a crowd, as it may disturb others.
8. Encourage your child to do things within their age range, such as eating and dressing themselves, and tidying up their toys. Remember that these small tasks can foster your child’s willpower, self-respect, confidence, and sense of responsibility.
9. If your child makes a mistake, they must apologize. Apologizing is not something to be ashamed of; it demonstrates responsibility.
10. Your child should not take others’ belongings without permission. If they want to borrow something, they must ask the owner and return it to its proper place when finished. When receiving something, they should always say thank you.
These ten basic rules help children become more likable and respectful towards others. Well-mannered and polite children are often highly regarded, and their family’s educational foundation is praised.
These rules also teach children to become more confident, independent, and self-respecting. This will be their protection as they venture out into the world, ensuring they are not left behind. As the saying goes, attitude is more important than ability. Knowing these rules will give your children a better attitude in their interactions and communications, which is the key to their first success in life.