Rudeness Alert: 16 Things That Show Disrespect and Damage Relationships

Is my sensor out of whack, or are people becoming less civil toward each other? It’s irritating enough when you receive the rude treatment as a customer. But when you see the following things happen among your coworkers, friends, and family members, maybe it’s time for reflection—and reminders.

1. Interrupting a face-to-face conversation to take a phone call without excusing yourself and explaining the urgency

2. Keeping a caller waiting on “hold” for an extended period (more than 20 secon...