As if condescension was a binary thing... ...and as with much of this stuff, much of it depends on context -- body language, situation, phrasing, intonation, a

As if condescension was a binary thing... ...and as with much of this stuff, much of it depends on context -- body language, situation, phrasing, intonation, and so on. A perfectly routine request or offer can quickly become patronizing depending on the manner in which it is asked, or by who. The vibe that I got from the original article was HOPPERS was one of those things -- help, ostensibly, but unnecessary and patronizing. Not in the same category as Mr. Sweetie Manager but still offensive.