Thanks Anthony. I completely agree, I've never believed in any of that business. As far as I'm concerned, we should all conduct ourselves with polite kindness. Chivalry actually hails from the middle ages, it no longer applies to modern society. People in general are now able to be self-sufficient and, as you say, do things for themselves. I don't see any harm in offering to help with a heavy door, or buy someone a drink or meal - but equally we should be able to gracefully accept a 'no thank you' if that happens to be the response.

Good piece, thought-provoking, thank you for submitting it to Counter Arts - Sadie