One of my biggest pet peeves is leaving behind a mess. By now, most of us are sensible and civil enough to not litter, but yet we don’t seem to think twice about leaving a restaurant, hotel, or … [Read more...]
The Kindness Of Strangers
Last week a friend of mine was in Portugal with her husband. They’d had a cat nap before heading out for dinner, but were surprised to find many of the restaurants closed or winding up their business. … [Read more...]
When Laws Work Against Civility
This week brings us back to the first rule of civility, “I will show respect for all people and cultures.” This brings to mind a topic that has been in the news this week: Indiana’s religious freedom … [Read more...]
Set A Good Example
“I will make a consistent effort to promote civility in all of my interactions.” Today we reach the eighth and final rule of the Civility Counts pledge. This one has a special significance for me, … [Read more...]
Is Your Clothing Causing Offense?
This week we’re talking about how dressing inappropriately can undermine civility. T-shirts are a good example of this. During my last trip to the airport, I couldn’t help but notice how many people … [Read more...]