The dullard.

When does it become acceptable to be angered by repetition? Some things that cycle over and over are necessary modes for daily life, and to be put off by these is ignorant. Daily routines are absolute. Within humans, repeating things is calming, a way to reconcile yourself with the overwhelming society and universe you live in. When does one get taught the art of conversation? Too many take it lightly, and speak seriously, while others take it too seriously and speak so lightly. There is a balance, of give and take, and this is important. There is also the sharing of relevant, I repeat, relevant ideas and thoughts. You do not need to cater to the listeners' needs by strict means, minds should be open to potentially interesting or uninteresting ideas. This, I feel, is the food of conversation. The exchange. And when I say relevant, I do not mean philosophy, the arts or politics that are poignant and recent. I mean in a direct relevance to the person to whom you are speaking. It is selfish not to take them into account, partially, when you speak to them. Have they not the ears that take in your sound? Do they not condescend to feign interest or acknowledgement, even if they do not particularly care? This is etiquette, please do not take advantage of it. Everyone is guilty of repeating things in conversation to each other, it is nearly impossible to remember exactly what we have imparted to each individual. And many a time, a point needs to be repeated, so as to get it across, whether it is of some general importance, or important to you alone. But please, have the courtesy to remember whether or not you have related a factoid, anecdote or general thought to someone more than three or four times, especially when it is of no particular relevance. Also, try to refrain from fighting with volume to control a perfectly passive conversation. Do not interrupt. These, I thought, were simple etiquettes taught to us from infancy. Though if the subject in mind is drunk, amnesty should always be granted.