What should they do?

Social Habits

1

Interrupting people while they speak

Disadvantages:

1. Makes conversations frustrating.
2. Shows a lack of respect for others' opinions.
3. Can make people avoid talking to you.

Suggestion: Maybe you could practice active listening and wait for the speaker to finish before responding.

2

Using a phone during conversations

Disadvantages:

• Makes people feel unimportant.
• Can cause misunderstandings.
• May damage friendships.    
  Suggestion: It might be a good idea to put your phone away and focus on the conversation.

3

Bragging too much.

• Disadvantages:
  • Annoys others.
  • Can make you seem arrogant.
  • Might push people away.
• Suggestion: Have you ever though  about showing interest in others and let your actions speak for themselves.

4

Gossiping about others.

• Disadvantages:
  • Creates trust issues.
  • Can hurt people’s feelings.
  • May damage your reputation.
• Suggestion: Why don't you vvoid talking negatively about others and focus on positive topics.

5

Invading personal space

• Disadvantages:
  • Makes others uncomfortable.
  • Can lead to conflicts.
  • Shows a lack of respect for boundaries.
• Suggestion: Maybe you could be aware of personal space and maintain a comfortable distance.

Table Manners & Hygiene

1

Chewing loudly

• Disadvantages:
  • Distracts others.
  • Can make people lose their appetite.
  • Considered impolite.
• Suggestion: What about eating with your mouth closed and chew quietly.

2

Talking with your mouth full

• Disadvantages:
  • Hard to understand the person.
  • Can spread germs.
  • Looks unprofessional.
• Suggestion: Maybe you could wait until you’ve swallowed before speaking.

3

Not washing hands after using the restroom

• Disadvantages:
  1. Spreads bacteria and increases the risk of illness.
  2. Can make others feel disgusted.
  3. Shows poor hygiene habits.
• Suggestion: It might be a good idea to always wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

4

Not using deodorant

• Disadvantages:
  1. Makes people uncomfortable in close spaces.
  2. Can affect social and professional interactions.
  3. May give the impression of poor hygiene.
• Suggestion: It might be a good idea to use deodorant daily and shower regularly.

5

Not covering your mouth when coughing or sneezing

• Disadvantages:
  1. Spreads germs and illnesses.
  2. Can make others feel uncomfortable.
  3. Shows a lack of consideration for public health.
• Suggestion: One option is to cover your mouth with a tissue or your elbow when coughing or sneezing.

Shared Spaces

1

Leaving dirty dishes in the sink

• Disadvantages:
  1. Attracts pests and bacteria.
  2. Can cause arguments between roommates or family.
  3. Makes the kitchen unusable for others.
• Suggestion: Why dont you wash dishes immediately or create a cleaning schedule?

2

Leaving empty containers in the fridge

• Disadvantages:
  1. Wastes space in the fridge.
  2. Frustrates others who expect the item to be available.
  3. Makes grocery shopping more difficult.
• Suggestion: What about throwing away empty containers and inform others when supplies are low?

3

Leaving hair in the shower drain

• Disadvantages:
  1. Clogs the drain and can lead to plumbing issues.
  2. Looks unhygienic and unpleasant.
  3. Can create bad odors.
• Suggestion: Why dont you remove hair after showering and clean the drain regularly?

4

Leaving lights on when leaving a room

• Disadvantages:
  1. Wastes electricity and increases the bill.
  2. Bad for the environment.
  3. Can shorten the lifespan of lightbulbs.
• Suggestion: Maybe you  could turn off lights when leaving a room.

5

Not returning borrowed items

• Disadvantages:
  1. Can damage trust in friendships.
  2. Causes frustration for the lender.
  3. May result in fewer people wanting to lend things to you.
• Suggestion: What about returning borrowed items promptly or set reminders?

Public Behavior

1

Littering (throwing trash on streets)

• Disadvantages:
  1. Makes places dirty and unpleasant.
  2. Harms wildlife and the environment.
  3. Can lead to fines in some areas.
• Suggestion: One option is to always use trash cans or recycling bins.

2

Spitting on the ground

• Disadvantages:
  1. Spreads germs and diseases.
  2. Looks disgusting and unhygienic.
  3. Can ruin someone’s shoes.
• Suggestion: One option is  to se a tissue instead of spitting in public.

3

Playing loud music in public

• Disadvantages:
  1. Disturbs people who need quiet.
  2. Can lead to complaints or conflicts.
  3. Inappropriate in certain settings like libraries or cafés.
• Suggestion: It might be a good idea to use headphones in public.

4

Cutting in line

• Disadvantages:
  1. Frustrates people who have been waiting.
  2. Seen as unfair and rude.
  3. Can lead to arguments or confrontations.
• Suggestion: One option is to always wait your turn and respect the queue.

5

Talking too loudly on the phone

• Disadvantages:
  1. Annoys people nearby.
  2. Can make private matters public.
  3. Disturbs quiet spaces like public transport or cafés.
• Suggestion: Maybe you could lower your voice or move to a less crowded area.

Random

1

Cracking knuckles loudly  

• Disadvantages:
  1. Can be distracting in quiet environments.
  2. Annoys people who dislike the sound.
  3. Some believe it may lead to joint problems.
• Suggestion: What about stretching your fingers instead of cracking knuckles.

2

Tapping a pen or fingers constantly

• Disadvantages:
  1. Distracts others in meetings or classes.
  2. Can make you seem restless or impatient.
  3. Annoys people who need focus.
• Suggestion: Why dont you hold the pen still or use a stress ball instead.

3

Snoring loudly

• Disadvantages:
  1. Disturbs people trying to sleep.
  2. May indicate health issues like sleep apnea.
  3. Can make sharing a room difficult.
• Suggestion: Why Try sleeping on your side or using nasal strips.

4

Being late all the time

• Disadvantages:
  1. Wastes others’ time.
  2. Shows disrespect for other people’s schedules.
  3. Can lead to missed opportunities.
• Suggestion: On option is to set alarms and plan ahead to be punctual.

5

Forgetting to say "please" and "thank you"

• Disadvantages:
  1. Can make you seem impolite.
  2. May cause people to be less helpful in the future.
  3. Can harm professional and social relationships.
• Suggestion: What about making a habit of using polite words in daily conversations.