How To Behave In A Lift?

    • Mumbai Mirror | Melissa Curley Bogner
    • Publish Date: Aug 22 2016 3:30PM
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    • Updated Date: Oct 29 2016 5:10PM
How To Behave In A Lift?

We all know the feeling — that daily trance you're in as you approach the elevator doors. It's an awkward journey until you step off at your destination floor. You probably already know the classic elevator protocol: ladies first, stand toward the back upon entering, and of course, politely move out of the way when people need to exit. But what about the "unspoken" elevator manners that nobody wants to discuss? Know them here

  • Meaningless small talk: Let's face it. Most of us are a little grumpy when confined to a small space with a bunch of strangers. Once in a while, you'll get that cheerful optimist who wants to steer up two minutes of pointless conversation such as, "Sooo, are you ready for the holidays?" I'm already thinking, "Do you really care?" Imagine if I told the truth. "No, I'm not ready for the holidays. My dog puked all over my carpet last night, and I awoke to a killer headache this morning." Realistically speaking, most strangers don't care to know "what's new in our world" or if we're ready for any occasion so let's stop pretending.
  • Marinating in fragrance: It's bad enough being stuck standing in a limited space let alone gagging over someone's overbearing "scent." You might think your smell is beautiful but trust me, it's not. I've nearly passed out trying to hold my breath to escape another person's overwhelming aroma. It smelt as if I had just been bombed by a ninja-florist during peak flower season. Stop the madness. Spray your fragrance on lightly, or marinate in it at home where your family can appreciate it.
  • Getting off on the first floor: It's acceptable to take the elevator to the first floor if you're dealing with bodily pain, or a condition that prevents you from taking the stairs. Otherwise, you can expect some eyeball rolls if you're going to press "1" on the button panel. What's worse is when the first-floorexit person stands in the back, forcing nearly everyone to step outside of the elevator to accommodate their exit. If you're going to get off on the first floor, please stand toward the front, and off to the side, allowing for an easy departure.
  • Awkward moments of seeing former friends:  It's not necessary to guilt yourself into pointless small talk. Just smile and say hello.
  • Pick-up lines: Unless you're already exchanging flirty glances and cutesy smiles with your potential "eye-candy," don't be a weirdo. Chances are high we're not interested in your gawking stares, or date proposals. A mutual vibe would be felt if that were the case. It's best to avoid flirtation.
  • Phantom button pushers: Let's not make believe there's a ghost in the elevator.It's okay to make a mistake, accidentally hitting the wrong button. We've all done it. It only gets awkward when the designated floor is reached and no one gets off. Everyone looks around at each other with irritation and confusion, yet no one confesses to pushing the wrong button. If you admit it, chances are we'll all laugh along with you. It's not a big deal.

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Comments

Vandana Subash City International School Wanowrie

Thanks for the tips..they were really funny!

Aditi Sahi D C MODEL SCH PKL-SEC-7

The last one is so funny.. : )

Gowri S Parvathy BHAVANS ADARSHA KAKKANAD

good one.very useful

EKNOOR BHATTI Bal Bharati Public School

I m scared in going through lifts ,so i avoid as much as I CAN but have to say these tricks were funny.

Jessica Kabuli CARMEL CONVENT SCH SEC 9 CHD

These are tips and etiquettes are amazing. We must all follow these protocols to look decent and well mannered. These tips are really true and the last one is my favorite. It''s extremely hilarious.

Aman.kumar Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

nice one

Akshita Pandey LILAVATI BAI PODAR (A)-SCRUZ

The tips are amazing. Thank you for sharing it.

SANJANAA.P Amalorpavam Higher Secondary School - Puducherry

Amazing tips

Ronit.R National Hill View Public School

Thank you

priya.a DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL GURGAON SEC45 D

funny yet useful..

Vathsan SRI KANCHI MAHASWAMI VIDYA MANDIR

Very useful tips for those who don''t know lift etiquette rules.I have never heard of lift etiquette rules ever. Thanks for your etiquette rules.

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