There is a reason for scandinavians love of alcohol. We govern ourselves with a strong internal sense of doing the right thing. Our only escape is getting shitfaced drunk. Japan have the same issues. But… our countries have their shit together. Indoor plumbing and healthcare galore, and expensive beer.
I really like the idea of self-policing. There is way too much self-serving, self-pitying and entitled whining from all levels of our society. I wish there was more thought and restraint. Criticize by all means but know what you are talking about.
Trust Philip to parse politeness, civility and kindness before arriving at conformity and then exposing its dark side. How apt that the picture features his questioning raised eyebrows as he quaffs a three-olive martini, a flaneur on the boulevard of orthodoxy.
According to Perplexity, When a gadfly drinks a Three Olives martini in the quiet zone in Copenhagen, it would likely cause a disturbance and disrupt the tranquility of the area. A gadfly is an annoying and persistent person who provokes others, while the quiet zone refers to a designated area where noise and disturbances are prohibited.
Drinking an alcoholic beverage like a Three Olives martini, which typically contains three olives as a garnish[2], could lead the gadfly to become even more bothersome and disruptive. The effects of alcohol may amplify the gadfly's tendency to pester and irritate others, disrupting the peaceful atmosphere of the quiet zone.
Furthermore, consuming alcohol in a quiet zone or public area where it is not permitted could be considered a violation of local regulations or social norms, potentially leading to further disturbances or conflicts.[3] The combination of a gadfly's provocative nature and the consumption of alcohol in an inappropriate setting would likely result in a disruptive and potentially unpleasant situation for those seeking tranquility in the quiet zone of Copenhagen.
Civility ..whether mandated and enforced or guilt induced …is still civility and I’ll take it wherever and however i can get it. It wasn’t that long ago that someone else on Substack was ruiing the absence of civility in the American society today ( especially in regard to D Trump and his minions altho it is perfectly adaptable to the Canadian context). I forwarded this article to several of my friends ( all aging white mainly privileged Boomers) and the response was immediate and positive. They responded with a resounding “yes” …this is what we are missing..”Civility”, so you have hit the nail on the head….thank you !!
There is a reason for scandinavians love of alcohol. We govern ourselves with a strong internal sense of doing the right thing. Our only escape is getting shitfaced drunk. Japan have the same issues. But… our countries have their shit together. Indoor plumbing and healthcare galore, and expensive beer.
I really like the idea of self-policing. There is way too much self-serving, self-pitying and entitled whining from all levels of our society. I wish there was more thought and restraint. Criticize by all means but know what you are talking about.
Trust Philip to parse politeness, civility and kindness before arriving at conformity and then exposing its dark side. How apt that the picture features his questioning raised eyebrows as he quaffs a three-olive martini, a flaneur on the boulevard of orthodoxy.
Civility is always welcome but not at any cost. Nicely put Philip, thank you.
According to Perplexity, When a gadfly drinks a Three Olives martini in the quiet zone in Copenhagen, it would likely cause a disturbance and disrupt the tranquility of the area. A gadfly is an annoying and persistent person who provokes others, while the quiet zone refers to a designated area where noise and disturbances are prohibited.
Drinking an alcoholic beverage like a Three Olives martini, which typically contains three olives as a garnish[2], could lead the gadfly to become even more bothersome and disruptive. The effects of alcohol may amplify the gadfly's tendency to pester and irritate others, disrupting the peaceful atmosphere of the quiet zone.
Furthermore, consuming alcohol in a quiet zone or public area where it is not permitted could be considered a violation of local regulations or social norms, potentially leading to further disturbances or conflicts.[3] The combination of a gadfly's provocative nature and the consumption of alcohol in an inappropriate setting would likely result in a disruptive and potentially unpleasant situation for those seeking tranquility in the quiet zone of Copenhagen.
Civility ..whether mandated and enforced or guilt induced …is still civility and I’ll take it wherever and however i can get it. It wasn’t that long ago that someone else on Substack was ruiing the absence of civility in the American society today ( especially in regard to D Trump and his minions altho it is perfectly adaptable to the Canadian context). I forwarded this article to several of my friends ( all aging white mainly privileged Boomers) and the response was immediate and positive. They responded with a resounding “yes” …this is what we are missing..”Civility”, so you have hit the nail on the head….thank you !!
Wish I had something clever or intelligent to contribute. I don't. I do enjoy The Endgame.
Big martini,stylish,almost rakish flop of hair!
Are allowed to drink a martini in the still zone, without slurping?
Love your posts. A lesson for respect also.