Why are manners so important?

Because it says alot about the person behind them and shows respect..

Well said Prim! Too bad they are becoming extinct.

Manners show maturity and social skills.

How are they not important? It tells others alot about you as a person. Manners show respect to others and respect for you self.. With out them you won't go very far in this world..

It costs nothing to do things the pleasant way.

Reference; -

http://metro.co.uk/2016/07/29/using-these-two-little-words-more-often-will-make-you-more-popular-6037143/?ito=twitter