Etiquette
Respect
Decency and Politeness
100

This phrase should always be said when someone does something kind for you.

What is Thank you?

100

This is the foundation of any healthy relationship, including between mother and son that treats each other with integrity.

What is respect?

100

Holding this open for your mother is a simple way to show decency.

What is the door?

200

Before starting a meal, it’s polite to wait for this to happen first.

What is everyone being seated and served?


200

This respectful gesture/comment can make your mother feel appreciated during your date and bring light to their actions.

What is giving a compliment?

200

Using this type of language helps maintain decency in conversations.

What are polite words?

300

When a mother speaks, it’s respectful for her son to do this to show he is listening.

What is make eye contact?

300

When your mother expresses her feelings or ideas, this is the best way to respond.

What is listening carefully and responding thoughtfully?

300

When discussing plans for the day, this type of tone ensures a respectful exchange.

What is a kind and respectful tone?

400

When dining out, this is a polite way for a son to show respect to his mother before he takes his seat.

What is pulling out her chair or letting her order first?

400

If a disagreement arises, this is the most respectful way to handle it.

What is calmly discussing or talking about the issue.

400

During your time together, it’s important to avoid using this to show decency.

What is your phone or any distracting item?

500

During a conversation, it’s important not to do this to show good manners when someone is talking.

What is interrupt?

500

Showing respect includes doing this before making plans or decisions during the date for you both.

What is asking for her opinion or preference?

500

Offering to do this, even in small tasks, can show a lot of respect and decency.

What is helping or offering assistance?