Being considerate is being polite and caring. People like it when you’re considerate of their feelings. We could all probably be more considerate of others: this word means you’re thinking of other people — considering them — and then treating them decently and with respect.

The word hysteria originates from the Greek word for uterus, hystera.

1 : marked by or given to careful consideration : circumspect “He is, I believe, in such a state of mental distress as to be hardly capable of giving me a considerate answer.”— Anthony Trollope. 2 : thoughtful of the rights and feelings of others He was considerate and turned down the stereo when we asked him to.

When we are considerate of others, it makes the person concerned feel loved and respected. It makes the world a better place to live in. As much as people value honesty, they also value someone who respects their feelings. It is okay to speak the truth, but don’t tear apart a person’s self-esteem.

Here are some simple steps you can take to become more considerate at work.

1. Start Small. Being considerate often involves doing something small for someone else.
2. Share Your Space.
3. Respect Other People’s Time.
4. Don’t Be Afraid to Apologize.
5. Be Polite.
6. Anticipate the Needs of Others.
7. Think Before You Speak/Act.
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10 Ways To Teach Consideration For Others

1. First and foremost is being an example of what you want your children to learn inside and outside the home.
2. Teach your children to think first and act second.
3. Help your children look for ways to offer a helping hand.
4. Teach optimism and how to stay positive.

Here are seven habits that set considerate — and civil — people apart from the rest.

1. They practice empathy.
2. They smile often.
3. They are intuitive of other people’s needs.
4. They mind their manners.
5. They put others first…
6. They are patient — even when they don’t feel like it.
7. They apologize — but only when warranted.

Consideration is kindness and thoughtful regard for others, or an act of thoughtfulness. Treating others as you would have them treat you (the Golden Rule) is one example of consideration. If you give something consideration, you think about it carefully, and not too quickly.

Here are four ways to bridge the kindness gap and raise kids who aren’t jerks.

1. Walk the walk.
2. Talk the talk — give them kind language.
3. Reward big acts of kindness, but don’t go overboard.
4. Force them out of their comfort zone to teach empathy.

Raise Kind-Hearted Kids: 5 Sweet Ways to Nurture Empathy

1. Make a Kindness Bag. (Best Idea Ever!)
2. Make a Generosity Jar.
3. Model Kindness Yourself—and Talk About It (a Lot).
4. Put the Focus On Feelings.
5. Care for the Big Wide World Around You.