“I will make a consistent effort to promote civility in all of my interactions.” I truly believe that when you are polite to people, they are more inclined to be polite back to you. If you approach … [Read more...]
Taking Responsibility
“I will take personal responsibility for my words and actions.” The fourth rule of civility is one that I find to be seriously lacking in modern-day society. How often do we see people own up to … [Read more...]
Bad Restaurant Service
Over the weekend my friend went to a nice restaurant with some friends. He has been doing a “dry January,” raising money for cancer research by abstaining from alcohol. By this point, he was just a … [Read more...]
Fined For Being A No-Show?
An interesting story has emerged in England this week. A five-year-old boy and his parents have received an invoice for £15.95 (around $25) after the child skipped out on his friend’s birthday party. … [Read more...]
Before You Celebrate New Year’s Eve…
New Year’s Eve is just two days away, and you’re no doubt planning to celebrate in style. But, a word of caution first: Don’t indulge so much that you end up embarrassing yourself and/or your loved … [Read more...]