#social-etiquette

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fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Miss Manners: I offer my cheek but she swoops for my lips

Use a polite, health-based excuse or a clear verbal boundary to prevent unwanted physical greetings and protect personal space.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Dear Abby: I saw a mom slap her kid at the store. What should I have done?

Empathy for whom the mother or the child? Mature parents do not slap their children across the face for acting up. They take the kid out of the store until they calm down. If this happens in public, one can only imagine what goes on in private. If I had seen it, I would have snapped a picture of the three of them, as well as the license plate of the mother's car. Then I would report the woman to child protective services so they could investigate.
Parenting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Harriette Cole: I worry about taking my foul-mouthed husband to work events

I used to take him to office functions, like company dinners or business galas, but I hesitate now because he may begin cursing like a sailor at the most inappropriate moment. It's almost as if he has lost a filter now that he is older. How can I get him to be aware of his behavior? If he refuses to tone it down, I fear I won't be able to take him places anymore.
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#family-dynamics
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Miss Manners: All the co-workers get a party, except me

A 20-year oversight led to a birthday omission from workplace celebrations, likely due to a record-keeping error rather than intentional exclusion.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Miss Manners: It was infuriating to have to share our table with strangers

The club's policy is first come, first served, but arriving early does not absolve one of the obligation to consider others.
Major League Baseball
fromAllsinglesandmarried
2 months ago

15 Things That Can Make One Unattractive.

Being unnecessarily loud in public can undermine grace and composure, leading to a loss of admiration and respect from others.
Women
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Help! I Thought My Housesitting Gig Went Perfectly. Then Came the Wildest Accusation of My Life.

In a world where personal items are valued differently, lighting a 'luxury' candle can lead to unexpected conflict over what is considered respectful behavior in someone else’s space.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Child-free Weddings Are Understandable, But Should Newborns Count?

"Some people are looking for a particular vibe that is antithetical to the presence of children running around."
Relationships
#invitations
fromThe Local France
5 years ago

How much should you tip your server in France?

Tipping in France is not mandatory and considered optional, reflecting the service already included in the bill since 2008 with a 15 percent service charge.
France news
#relationships
#punctuality
#friendship
fromBustle
2 months ago
Relationships

These 3 Zodiac Signs Will Never Forget To Venmo You

Friendships often come with financial exchanges, and some friends request repayment immediately after shared expenses.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Relationships

My Friend Says She "Doesn't Do" Birthday Gifts Anymore. Somehow I'm the Bad Guy Here.

The main conflict arises from differing views on gift-giving traditions among old friends.
#grief
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
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Miss Manners: Would it be crass to give a young widow money rather than flowers?

Giving a new widow cash in a sympathy card may undermine her dignity during a sensitive time.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
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Miss Manners: My secret lover died, and the family has been making pointed inquiries about me

Personal grief can be complicated by social expectations and family dynamics after a partner's death.
#parenting
#public-transport
Dining
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Miss Manners: The last straw with this woman was a dispute in my own kitchen

Establishing boundaries around hospitality can be challenging when guests insist on contributing in ways that conflict with the host's plans.
Women in technology
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

One of Our Colleagues Ruins the Mood of Every Office Party With His Approach to "Fun"

Be mindful that workplace events can be seen differently by colleagues.
Avoid engaging with those whose behavior you find annoying, focusing instead on your own experience.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

I'm no longer writing thank-you notes, and I'm not making my kids do it, either

Thank-you notes are often rooted in obligation and guilt rather than genuine gratitude.
Expressing gratitude can take various forms, and traditional etiquette should not dictate how it's done.
Dining
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

"I Ghosted My Friend After She Asked To Split Her Birthday Bill. Was I Unfair?"

The restaurant owners charged guests for a private birthday celebration, which many assumed was complimentary.
fromAll Singles And Married
5 months ago

SOME SOCIAL RULES THAT MAY HELP YOU.

Don't call someone more than twice continuously. If they don't pick up, presume they have something important to attend to.
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