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Its common courtesy to give up the seat onpublic transportfor those who need it.
Just likethis family, who demanded that busy workingpassengersgive up their seats because they want to sit together.
Unfortunately, this is not the first time they experience such entitled behavior of others while travelling.
However, if someone really needs a seat, the original poster always gives it up without hesitation.
I always offer my seat to the elderly, pregnant, or anyone who asks nicely.
Mostly because people are nervous of getting it wrong.
Oliver Scott Curry, a human behaviour expert.
Everyone can be waiting for someone else to do it, thinking why should it be me?
Theyre just passing the buck, he says.
But your health should come first, right notes disability charity Scope.
Youre asking for a seat because you need it.
Resting and reducing your standing time could be important for managing your condition.
If people react badly to a polite request, thats not your fault.
Other people will be supportive, so take a stab at ask someone else,they recommend.
People should offer, says social etiquette expert Mary Killen.
Dr. Curry concludes by saying, Keep on the lookout for opportunities to help.
Dont be afraid to offerthe benefits of helping outweigh the occasional costs of offending.
And, if you need help, dont be afraid to ask!
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