Zekeriya Guser – Captivated conductor of my very own extraordinary journey.

Two young university students in their early twenties, equipped with Macs (not laptops), entered a chic coffee shop. They approached a communal table where I sat in one corner, and two girls occupied the other. The table was a bit cluttered with everyone’s belongings.

Standing by the table, the students surveyed the area, seemingly expecting others to make room for them. Despite everyone being engrossed in work or occupied with tasks, they wore an unsatisfied expression and bluntly asked if anyone else was expected. No greetings accompanied their question. The girls and I cleared our stuff without receiving any acknowledgment or gratitude.

After settling in, they promptly opened their Macs, plugged them in, and engaged in conversation. A waiter approached to take their order. Throughout the interaction, no polite expressions like “thank you” or “please” were exchanged. While the waiter was doing his job, common courtesy seemed lacking.

Upon delivering their coffees a few minutes later, the waiter inquired about sugar or spoons. Their responses consisted of brief and somewhat curt words like “yes,” “no,” or “why should I.”

In the end, three interactions involving six people transpired, and not a single polite word was used. This encounter left me contemplating the communication style of future generations. It appears we might be in for an intriguing journey ahead.