English Topics: Is overall society becoming ruder or more polite?

Ice Breaking Topics

What are your thoughts on the concept of 'self-expression'?
Do you collect anything?
What is the national dish in your country? Do you like it?
What do you think is the role of suffering in human life?
How do you approach the unknown or uncertain aspects of life?
What is the luckiest thing that ever happened to you?
When was the last time you went to the beach?
If you were forced to listen to one song on repeat for 24 hours, which one would cause the least amount of mental anguish?

What rude acts bother you the most?
What are some rules of politeness in your country?
What rude behavior do you see in public every day?
Is overall society becoming ruder or more polite?
Do you think that people are less polite on the Internet than in real life? Why or why not?
Do you have any pet peeves?
Do you say something if somebody is acting rude in public?
Can politeness impact your professional life?

What do you believe is the key to happiness?
If you could experience only one season for the rest of your life, which would it be and why?
Which was the most difficult subject for you to learn?
Do you ever listen to the radio?
What is your perspective on the concept of 'belief'?
What do you do when you feel demotivated?
How often do you see your family?
What is your definition of 'acceptance'?