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[origami_blossom]

Courtesy...

To what degree would you offer it to a stranger? What must someone do, personally, to prove that they are worthy of more, or adversely, unworthy of any? Theories in manners are surely as differed as theories of art and war.

I am...curious for other's opinions, if you please.

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[origami_blossom]

That is the golden rule, is it not?

...I have always believed in displaying a certain amount of courtesy and formality, nevermind a person's status in life.

[origami_blossom]

Indeed so.

Might I know the name of whom I am conversing with?

[transiently]

Normally a stranger is worthy only of what they come bearing, un. But what happens when what is offered differs greatly from one party to the next?

In some instances this becomes a no-man's-land, un... a place where people fear to tread. At other times the deliberation of choosing what to say and what not to say is much easier than what meets the eye.

This is why I prefer a common ground to start, un. No formality, no disrespect... no expectations. Nothing. Just one individual speaking to another, both going out on a limb.

The courtesy is opportunity given.

As with all things... life, manners, and especially art... they all depend upon taking great chances in order to achieve any great success, un.

[origami_blossom]

All people differ. But simple courtesy does not have to change simply because a person is either exalted or distasteful. They have the right to at least be treated with some courtesy, if not a grand amount.

I am...how I am, Deidara. As you are how you are. I respect that, and I hope if nothing else you can at least see my point as I am attempting to see yours?

[transiently]

I see your point.

Now let me clarify my own.

Courtesy itself does not have to change, un. But it also does not have to be given in copious amounts. Be the recipient lowly or exalted, it is more courteous to offer them a base that they cannot fall from to begin their interaction.

Pedastles, after all, are dangerous playgrounds for those not used to flying, un.

[origami_blossom]

Eloquently put, Deidara...

Pedestals are made for people to fall off of, it seems.

[k_r_less]

When speaking with someone for the first time, it is best to show courtesy, or at the very least be polite.

[origami_blossom]

I agree. There is a certain manner of respect behind it, and it shows you are serious in finding them worth your time.

[k_r_less]

Incorrect.

I find very few people worth my time, hence why I display a certain amount of courtesy. It prevents disputes and other wastes of time.

[origami_blossom]

An interesting outlook. How have so many come to not be worth your time, if I may ask?

[empyreal_death]

Behave in a fashion advantageous to your desired consequence.

[origami_blossom]

Another interesting approach worth noting.