Courtesy

Let’s look briefly at the 1^st Tenet of Taekwondo:  Courtesy.

This is the personal strength we apply when we are polite and use good manners.  Courtesy is treating people with respect and consideration in our dealings with them.  By our words and our actions, we let them know we value them, and that they matter to us.  Just as importantly, we treat ourselves politely and respectfully as well.

Other words for this personal strength are: civility, respectfulness, decency, grace, tact, and dignity. 

We’re seeking to recognize, understand and develop Courtesy as our own personal strength in our lessons together.