The magazine “Country Living” posted a list of 50 social etiquette rules we don’t pay enough attention to these days.
We took 20 of the best ones, and broke them down into five categories:
Classic Things People Used To Do
- Always say please and thank you.
- Hold the door for people.
- Try HARD to be on time.
- Send handwritten thank-you notes.
- And bring food to people, like when there’s a new neighbor or someone passes away.
Phone Etiquette
- Step away to answer a call.
- Look at someone when they’re talking to you, not your phone.
- Mute your ringtone when you’re at a movie, or anywhere else it might annoy people.
- And return phone calls as soon as possible.
When You’re Out in Public
- Wear decent clothes, not pajama bottoms.
- Don’t swear, especially around kids.
- Always use your turn signal while driving.
- And wait for people to get OUT of an elevator or subway car before you get in.
For Parties and Events
- Always RSVP right away.
- Ask before you bring a guest.
- Always show up with a gift, like a bottle of wine or an appetizer.
- And avoid controversial topics, like politics or religion.
Meal Etiquette
- Wait until everyone has their food before you start eating.
- Have good table manners, like putting a napkin on your lap and chewing with your mouth closed.
- And always push your chair in when you leave the table.