If you could write an instruction manual

[arista]

People are always saying that life does not come with instructions. If you could write part of an instruction manual for life, what would you include?
I would include the different ways that could approach the day.

 

[Bryan James]

It would involve something that rhymes with the mouthwash "Lavoris."

/Seinfeldout

 

[Moderator]

Treat others as you would have them treat you.
Maintain a sense of humor as much as possible and when appropriate.
Try to see things from others' perspective as well as your own. It may not change your opinion but can help you understand theirs even if you don't agree with it, i.e. have empathy and/or compassion.

 

[DiO'Bolic]

A condom.

 

[EMARX]

Try to live and love the best that you can in your own Little World, and hopefully it makes a difference in the bigger one.

 

[SusanNorton]

Be kind and patient with those who choose to be a part of your life.

 

[SusanNorton]

Hovering over a toilet seat to avoid germs, and thus splashing the entire seat with your own urine, which you do not wipe off, is BAD FORM.

 

[carrie's younger brother]

Follow rules but question the ones you disagree with. If you disagree with a rule, work to change it, don't ignore it with a sense of entitlement. That is just plain rude and ignorant.

 

[Bryan James]

"Maintain a sense of humor as much as possible and when appropriate."

I assert that humor heals best when it is not appropriate. It can break the de rigeur paradigm.

No one who hasn't pushed the boundaries has done any Good.


Re: Rude and Ignorant ~ I don't think they overlap. The former implies inciteful intent, and the latter is just a lack of understanding. To me, Rude > Ignorant.

When a kid stirs up an anthill with a stick, some ants get smarter.

 

[Moderator]

"Maintain a sense of humor as much as possible and when appropriate."

I assert that humor heals best when it is not appropriate. It can break the de rigeur paradigm.

No one who hasn't pushed the boundaries has done any Good.

I added that after thinking about situations where laughing might get you into trouble and possible bodily harm. There are times when with certain people that could be a real possibility.

 

[mustangclaire]

Teaching my all male (apart from me) household how to lift the seat before peeing.

 

[hossenpepper]

1. Never get less than 12 hours of sleep a day.
2. Never play poker with someone with the same first name as a city.
3. Never make love to a woman with a tattoo of a dagger anywhere on her body.

 

[Bryan James]

^

How to sit and pee with dignity (I assume Rodin's The Thinker pose).

 

[Out of Order]

Always clean up the dog poop immediately. Never leave it for later.

 

[HollyGolightly]

Do not be governed by someone else's mood.
Don't let anyone steal your joy.
Don't make any decisions based on fear.
Never skip the birth control until you are sure you want children.

 

[SusanNorton]

Assume people are good and mean well. Give them two chances to prove otherwise, then write them off immediately if they use their two chances.

 

[RandallFlagg19]

If you spit at someone, expect to be paid back by being pissed on: and accept it with a sense of humor or at least tolerance.


Don’t open wounds on other people unless you’re willing to douse your wounds in salt and vinegar.


Inaction can be greater than action, and silence can be more effective than screaming.

 

[doowopgirl]

Treat others as you would have them treat you.
Maintain a sense of humor as much as possible and when appropriate.
Try to see things from others' perspective as well as your own. It may not change your opinion but can help you understand theirs even if you don't agree with it, i.e. have empathy and/or compassion.

I think those instructions would solve a LOT of problems.

 

[arista]

Men and women should dress age appropriately and if you are wearing sandals, please do some maintenance of your feet.

 

[Jojo87]

Treat others as you would have them treat you.
Maintain a sense of humor as much as possible and when appropriate.
Try to see things from others' perspective as well as your own. It may not change your opinion but can help you understand theirs even if you don't agree with it, i.e. have empathy and/or compassion.

I agree with you Marsha. It was well said.