Time and again, we've all wondered if it’d be possible to live in a society where there are no rules. But norms of everyday life have somewhat the same function as the rules of games: they tell us what ‘moves' are allowed and which ones are not. Not only do our interactions run smoothly, but the whole world we live in feels harmonious and in order.
So in order to really see how and which rules govern our lives, and what we make of them, we have to look at the universal, unspoken ones that everyone should be aware of, if they already aren’t. Shared by people in various Reddit threads, some of these rules are simple no-brainers, others represent more elaborate conventions, so let’s see which ones people pointed out as the most important ones.
Scroll down, share your thoughts in the comment section and be sure to check out our previous post with more of the “unwritten rules” of life.
#22

Do not stand still in any choke-point of an indoor or outdoor space. Doesn't have to be a doorway or hallway.
282points
#23
“In the house of a hanged man, don’t talk about rope”
Old proverb. Meaning don’t dig up old, nasty stuff with people you know will be uncomfortable/offended
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280points
#24

When using a stud finder, you must first point it at yourself and go "beep"
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279points
#25
If you are done using the microwave and there is time left, you must clear off the remaining time.
Don't be a savage.
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271points
#26

When walking through a door and someone is behind you, hold the door long enough so the person doesn't get hit by it.
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267points
#29
If someone asks if you have a pad or tampon and you have one give it to her. You'd want someone to do the same for you.
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255points
#30

If a child shoots you with a toy gun you act hurt or pretend to die for them. No questions asked. I learned this when I became an aunt lol.
255points
#31
Zipper Rule: when driving and two lanes become one drivers merge from alternate lanes one at a time right left right left ... like a zipper.
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254points
#32

If you notice something on someone that can be fixed within 5 minutes, tell them (Shirt stain, food in teeth etc)
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249points
#33
Never expect a friend to fix your car for free or for a six pack. Ask them how much they'll charge you. If they do ask for beer, ask their favorite. Don't buy cheap s**t
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248points
#34
In public transportation, you let the person in most need have your seat.
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233points
#38
If the teacher makes a mistake that benefits everyone (forgets homework, leaves answers on the board, etc) you don't point it out!
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204points
#39

You don't get a "bless you" after sneeze number 3.
201points
#40
The problem magically goes away when the person who's there to fix it shows up.
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197points




