One Word Answer #43

As tedious as they might have seemed at the time, most of the lessons our parents taught us as kids were worthy of adherence. Sit up straight at the table; look people in the eye when you thank them; try not to spit at strangers – even as an adult, these are values to live by.

- Scarlett Wrench

Some prescriptions, however, should not be taken at face value. To always clear your plate, for example, is an unwise rule if you’ve just opted for seconds at Five Guys. Likewise, to sit still and stop fidgeting might be a sensible edict when directed at children, but for grown men, it might just be holding you back.