social etiquette

In social situations, purses, briefcases, and shoulder bags should be carried on the left side. This keeps the right hand available for handshakes. Here are some other oft-forgotten rules that ...

Staying with friends or family when in a new town or city on a business or pleasure trip ...

It's easier for most of us to mind our manners when among friends, family, and co-workers, but what ...

It’s only natural to get excited when you are having a fun conversation, with thoughts and ideas popping ...

Build mutually beneficial relationships with friends, neighbors, co-workers, club members, students in your classes, and others you come ...

Life has a way of throwing curveballs at us when we least expect them. But by considering them ...

Dressing to go out in public isn't something many people spend too much time thinking about today—and they ...

Several weeks ago, my teenage daughter and her friends attended a middle school dance. Junior high social collaborations ...

Table manners serve two purposes: to show our respect for others and to refrain from embarrassing ourselves. These ...

Show up on time, don’t sneak out early, and unless the invitation says you can bring a spouse ...

When a family member, friend, or co-worker is expecting, hosting a shower is a great way to ensure ...

In a world of near-constant communication, we spend a lot of time talking to others while making calls ...

Thanksgiving is a special time when it’s OK to stuff both the turkey and yourself, but there are ...

An everyday occurrence for millions of people, few things are as fraught with the potential for social faux ...

There are several examples of things universally understood, regardless of language barriers. They include smiles, frowns, and handshakes. ...

Whether you’re hosting high tea, afternoon tea (low tea), or simply sipping a cup in front of the ...

What you don’t say matters as much as what you do say—sometimes more. Don’t let poor body language ...

Our parents may have told us, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” but the truth is that ...

We’ve all had our share of social blunders. The more awkward the situation, the more important it is ...