Yet another of Dr. P.M. Forni’s rules of civility is “mind your body.” This isn’t a call to hit the gym or throw on a leotard. Rather, it’s a reminder to maintain proper grooming so that people are … [Read more...]
How to Be a Good Guest
Last week we discussed how to show civility when you are playing host. But what if you are a visitor in someone else’s home? As we head out for Thanksgiving get-togethers and upcoming holiday parties, … [Read more...]
Civility Tips for Being a Gracious Host
With Thanksgiving around the corner, now seems like a good time to discuss practicing civility in the home when we entertain guests. Some people are of the mind that just offering their home up for a … [Read more...]
Being a Civil Restaurant Patron
The other day my friend and I were enjoying lunch at a crowded restaurant. To be fair, the restaurant was very cramped and did not have a designated area where people could stand to wait for a table. … [Read more...]
Apology Etiquette: How to Say “I’m Sorry” Sincerely
Sooner or later there comes a time when we must apologize. Perhaps we did something minor, like bump into someone on accident, or maybe it was a major oversight such as messing up a project at work. … [Read more...]