Kindergarten was a great time. School wasn't stressful, you got to color in class, snack time was socially acceptable many times during the day and, most importantly, nap time existed. There's another aspect to kindergarten, however, that seems to have faded from our memory: the rules. Kindergarten was a crucial time in our development; we learned proper manners and were expected to act a certain way in public. As I go through my days and see more people misbehaving, I can't help to wonder when they lost these habits that were ingrained into my mind at age 5. So, I have taken it upon myself to remind them of a few rules our elementary school teachers know by heart.

Treat others the way you want to be treated.

Ah, the Golden Rule. Children are taught this from the first time they misbehave. Whether it be for stealing a crayon, making fun of someone else at recess or not inviting them to play blocks, children are forced to ask themselves whether they would like the behavior reciprocated. Once they realize that their behavior could be a lot nicer, they tend to change their habits. Now, if adults would come to the same conclusion, the world would be a much happier place.

Sharing is caring.

Yes, I am so happy that you have enough money to buy a private yacht and then go traveling around the world for six months. Do you know who doesn't have that kind of money? The majority of the world's population. So, when you're out there hot air ballooning around Europe, try to think of donating some of it to charity.

Everyone's different, and that's OK.

Even if you are an identical twin, you're not the same person as your sibling. Everyone's a little bit different, and that's okay. In kindergarten you're taught to make friends with people no matter their background. As adults, we should be able to do the same thing and make our 5-year-old selves proud.

Tell the truth.

So many problems would be fixed if everyone just told the truth. So. Many. Problems.

Take turns talking and listen to others.

Instead of constantly interrupting others when they're trying to explain themselves, let them talk and really try to listen. Too often we jump to conclusions and get into arguments, when we could really be having a civilized discussion with one another.