What is WRONG with people????

[Violet]

I partially blame all the social media and technology for the lacking of common courtesy.

I don't know if it's the only reason, but it is definitely contributing to the rise of rampant narcissism in our society.

 

[SMS55]

I get annoyed on the Haunted Mansion, all the people that speak recite the speech in the "haunted room." Like many I know it by memory too because I've been there so many times and even have it on my computer. However, please shut up, you are ruining the ride. Recite it in your head like I do. Sometimes I will look at my wife and recite it but it's just my lips moving, no words are actually coming out.

 

[openendedsky]

I agree with pretty much everything above me has said and will agree whole heartedly with the comment to say something. The reason people get away with this stuff is because many folks are more comfortable posting rants on forums (I'm not saying that's the case here... just an example) than saying something in person when someone is upsetting them. The world is getting used to being able to act however they want becuase they don't expect anyone to have the balls to say something. I'll be 100% honest... that used to be me... but over the last few months especially I've grown very tired of the "I'm all that matters" attitude so many people have these days and I've started to say something. In most cases, someone is so blown away that a stranger has had the guts to call them out that they back off and stop whatever it was.

An example of where we used this specifically at WDW recently was at Country Bear Jamboree... it was very busy, the place was packed, and even though they said over and over to move all the way down, people were stopping and sitting in the center. I walked up to a bunch and said they needed to move down, told them the announcement had to have been heard and they were being flat out rude and, though the father in the group felt the need to curse at me, they did move.

Sometimes you just gotta open your mouth.

Pretty much. While I'm generally reserved I'm trying to become more comfortable in calling people out on this kind of crap, because if somebody doesn't, who will?

 

[AngryEyes]

You guys have me ready to hit the MK just to bust some heads. I generally like to be extremely sarcastic and attempt to make the other person look/feel stupid, but after reading all this, it's knuckles for the lot of them.

 

[draybook]

Don't worry folks. For a small fee, I will follow you around and happily confront anyone that is displaying any of these behaviors.


But seriously, I have no problem confronting anyone that is rude or annoying. Whether it's little foul-mouthed teenaged boys, or a couple of guys that cut off my wife and kids at the monorail, I'm always up for confronting rude people!

Contact me for scheduling and fees!!

 

[ExtinctJenn]

The biggest thing with having a pair to say something, is that you have to be ready for where it may go. If someone approaches me about something and I know I'm in the right, I'm gonna hold. These people that we are commenting about, think they are in the right. They're gonna hold. To what degree are you going to do something knowing that you yourself will then be a distraction amongst other guests?

We had a spot for Illuminations and about 15 minutes before the show started this guy shows up and tries to squeeze in front of us...we said something...he tried to make a big deal out of it ... getting loud and say 'can you believe this, they think they can just tell people where they can stand and can't stand... we didn't back down...he left and we had our spot! I think most people are afraid of a little confrontation ... thanks to our media ... they fear something worst will happen if they are honest and let others know what they're doing is rude.

Pretty much. While I'm generally reserved I'm trying to become more comfortable in calling people out on this kind of crap, because if somebody doesn't, who will?

Thanks for these responses to my post... makes me feel a little better about the fact that I've given up on being quiet and have decided to speak up in these situations.

I agree 100% that you have to be prepared for where it may go. People get very angry when they are called out on being . But, as everyone has said... it's because in this world, it's not done enough.

Again the irony being that people are more than willing to call out and disagree, even very strongly, when it's via their finger tips (i.e. forums, etc.) and that's what's actually causing the "real life" problem.

The more we are willing to voice our opinions outloud, the more likely people are to consider the opinions/thoughts/feelings of others. If you are being rude and know you're going to get away with it, why bother not being rude if you're enjoying yourself. If in the back of your mind you know you're surrounded by people who won't appreciate the way you're acting AND will say/do something about it, you'll probably reconsider thinking only of your own enjoyment and be considerate of the enjoyment of those around you. We are, in essence, creating the world we're all complaining about by not speaking up and calling people out.

 

[Goofyernmost]

How do they know who is who?

Is there some sort of Van Buren boys style sign that they flash to each other?

I am not a local, and I have been to DLR, I guess I was discriminated against without even knowing it.

Really, what does it take to recognize a local from a tourist? In fairness it's not all that bad. I didn't wonder around in a deep funk nor was I approached by anyone about it. But it was very obvious who the locals were by the groupings. They were having a good time, and that's OK, but it kind of made me feel quite a bit on the outside looking in.

It's all OK, just obvious to outsiders, at least me anyway.

 

[Violet]

Two random thoughts...I think one has to be careful about confronting people about rude behavior, no matter where you are. It can quickly escalate.

Also, IMO, most of the tension stems from the fact that the parks are so overcrowded most of the time. And of course, everyone is trying to get their magical moment, they paid a lot of money, blah blah. Not sure what the answer is there...Maybe being willing to walk away, I dunno.

 

[erstwo]

Two random thoughts...I think one has to be careful about confronting people about rude behavior, no matter where you are. It can quickly escalate.

Also, IMO, most of the tension stems from the fact that the parks are so overcrowded most of the time. And of course, everyone is trying to get their magical moment, they paid a lot of money, blah blah. Not sure what the answer is there...Maybe being willing to walk away, I dunno.

Amen to that. I've seen it first hand:
http://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/...one-amazing-cruise-on-the-dream.762867/page-2

(You have to scroll down to the 'second weird and scary thing that happened to me' that trip story. After reading some of these posts, I'm wondering if I've almost met someone on these boards that night! )

 

[Yert3]

What makes me mad the most is when people are talking in the foyer and stretching room of the haunted mansion. Why.... Just why?

 

[PhilharMagician]

Don't worry folks. For a small fee, I will follow you around and happily confront anyone that is displaying any of these behaviors.


But seriously, I have no problem confronting anyone that is rude or annoying. Whether it's little foul-mouthed teenaged boys, or a couple of guys that cut off my wife and kids at the monorail, I'm always up for confronting rude people!

Contact me for scheduling and fees!!

What is your rate and are you available all day, every day? Because this country needs a good a$$ kicking and someone to remind us who we are.

The feeling of entitlement in this country is incredible. What happened to people in our society being concerned about the person next to them or simply other people around them in general. We have grown to become a society of individuals that worries about one thing! Himself or herself and screw the guy next door. Shameful

 

[draybook]

For the people that are worried about how someone will respond to confrontation, the odds are that they are going to settle down. Most people that are like that are all show and no go. Lack of action, both from individuals and from companies/officials, is what leads them to be as annoying as they are. As with most big-mouths, the second you confront them they shut right up.

 

[smaccount]

Last year while visiting MK Hall of Presidents the mobile phone of the woman seated beside me rang (rather loudly). Fully expecting her to be embarrassed and promptly and quietly end the call - she proceeded to have (what I considered to be a non-essential) conversation. After about 1 minute of this and not being able to hear any of this 'historical' presentation - I loudly remarked about "a very rude person on her mobile phone" - still unembarrassed and with no apology she said to the caller "oh I need to call you back - I 've got to be quiet". (Arrrggghhhh!)

 

[xdan0920]

Two random thoughts...I think one has to be careful about confronting people about rude behavior, no matter where you are. It can quickly escalate.

Also, IMO, most of the tension stems from the fact that the parks are so overcrowded most of the time. And of course, everyone is trying to get their magical moment, they paid a lot of money, blah blah. Not sure what the answer is there...Maybe being willing to walk away, I dunno.

Confrontation is okay as long as you don't allow it to escalate. Sometimes rude people need to be told they are rude.

 

[wendysue]

Manners and courtesy are NOT taught at home any longer in a great many households. Seems like many have these entitlement issues....

 

[BoarderPhreak]

^ Bingo!

In general, to keep things calm - start off with, "With all due respect... You're being a total dbag."

See how much nicer that was?

 

[Vader2112]

I get annoyed on the Haunted Mansion, all the people that speak recite the speech in the "haunted room." Like many I know it by memory too because I've been there so many times and even have it on my computer. However, please shut up, you are ruining the ride. Recite it in your head like I do. Sometimes I will look at my wife and recite it but it's just my lips moving, no words are actually coming out.

AMEN...I particuarlly hate the individual each time that thinks they are being a fun unique person to shreak at the top of there lungs when the lights go off and the lightning flashes. I had someon who was with my group on the KTTK Tour do this. Wanted to so force choke them!

 

[Goofyernmost]

What makes me mad the most is when people are talking in the foyer and stretching room of the haunted mansion. Why.... Just why?

Because as time goes on, more and more people have seen it already. Being in the "Me" time line, they don't think for a second that someone may be seeing it for the first time. What they, like myself, are waiting to do is ride the ride, that is the draw for most repeat riders. The stretch room, is a necessary step to the ride itself, and they already know the spiel by heart, so they might as well just talk through it. Wrong? Absolutely, but the question was why...not, should they. Of course, they shouldn't. I, for some strange reason, always try and listen to it. I don't know if I am thinking that they changed something or what, but, I don't make a sound. Maybe I'm scared. Don't know!

 

[jw24]

I'm not sure if any of you watch Primetime: What Would You Do on ABC but here's a scenario that relates to what we're talking about. I guess it's a matter of risk if and when we get involved to put someone in their place when they need to be put. Some will take the chance, others won't.

 

[xdan0920]

^ Bingo!

In general, to keep things calm - start off with, "With all due respect... You're being a total dbag."

See how much nicer that was?

With all due respect means you can say whatever you want. It's in the Geneva Convention, look it up.







$1 to whoever knows what movie that references.