Girls Guide to Traveling Together This Fall: Etiquette Tips
Fall is the perfect time for a girlfriend’s getaway—whether it’s a road trip to see the leaves change or just…
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Being There: Gentle Ways to Help Through Grief or Crisis
Just Show Up Whether it’s a call, a voice memo, a text, or a visit, do something from the heart….
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Compassion in Crisis: Showing Love and Support During a Tragedy
You can’t turn on the news without hearing about the flood-related devastation and the unimaginable pain so many, very close—living…
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Five Behaviors to Avoid in Adult Friendships
Children have a multitude of opportunities to make friends, in the classroom, at dance class, on the sports field, and…
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Thanksgiving Etiquette: Friends, Family, and Football Rivalry
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and along with turkey and dressing, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and a football…
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Dining Etiquette Q&A: How to Avoid Getting Stuck “Splitting” the Bill
It’s happened to all of us. You are eating out with friends and you and your date are having a…
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How to Politely Split a Birthday Bill Among Friends
Birthdays are joyful occasions when the honoree is spending time with their friends, often celebrating over a meal at a…
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Heartfelt Ways To Spark Joy This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is often associated with celebrations of love and open hearts. However, for those dealing with loss, loneliness and…
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Answering Your Wedding Shower Etiquette Questions
The new year brings with it news of engagements, weddings, and many other exciting changes for the happy couple. The…
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Weeding Your Friendship Garden Redux: Thoughts for 2024
Several years ago, I wrote an article on “Weeding Your Friendship Garden,” referencing friendships and relationships that don’t work or…
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Spring and Summer Baby Shower Etiquette
There is nothing more exciting than waiting for a baby to arrive, and hosting a baby shower for one of…
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The Etiquette of Traveling with Friends
For those planning an upcoming spring or summer travel adventure – whether it be taking a trip with a group…
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Bachelorette Party Etiquette: Q & A
Relationships and romance are in the spotlight in February, as many couples select the month to tie the knot. When…
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Galentine’s Day Tea Party Etiquette
Any opportunity to share fun with friends is a treat, and “Galentine’s Day” is an especially sweet occasion. The holiday…
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7 Ways to Make Friends and Maintain Relationships
As busy as life can get, friendships can easily fall by the wayside. But, research shows us that friendships are…
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How to Cancel Plans: Etiquette Dos and Don’ts
Regularly investing time with those you care about is the foundation of a strong friendship. Over the past couple of…
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Holiday Houseguest Etiquette for 2021
After months of postponing travel and staying home for the holidays for the past two years, people are feeling more…
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How to Strengthen Relationships by “Showing Up”
Few things impact your life as much as the quality of your relationships, whether they’re with a partner, your family,…
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Signs of a True Friend During National Friendship Month
September is National Friendship Month, making it the perfect time to let someone know that being in one another’s lives…
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Am I Rude for Asking a Friend or Family Member for Their Vaccination Status?
It’s a reasonable question, and one many of us want to know, but asking three simple words, “Are you vaccinated?”…
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How to Make New Friends and Build Lasting Relationships
There are many reasons why people find it difficult to make friends as an adult. Whether it is hard for…
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How to Connect With Others In This Social Distanced, Digital World
We are all feeling the pinch of the pandemic and how it has taken a real toll on everything from…
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Tips to Keeping a Friendship Strong
A frequently shared Helen Keller quote reads: “Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in…
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Can a Baby Name Be “Stolen”?
Choosing a name for your baby is often exciting and challenging at the same time. Endless options combined with often…
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Bridal Shower Etiquette
Let the celebrations begin! Your closest friend is tying the knot and you are her maid of honor. The proposal…
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How to Keep Your Friendships Strong
Human beings are wired to be social. It’s a scientific fact that isolation and loneliness can have a negative impact…
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The Etiquette of Maintaining Real Life Friendships in a Digital World
We are living in the most connected era, daily looking into people’s lives across the country from our cell phone…
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Email Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | Lifestyle | Lifestyle Etiquette | Note Etiquette | Thank You Note Etiquette
The Etiquette of a Paperless Post E-Card
Personal correspondence is one of the most meaningful ways to let someone know you are thinking about them. Who wouldn’t…
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Business Etiquette | Career Advice | Coworker Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | Leadership Advice | Lifestyle | Lifestyle Etiquette | Relationship Etiquette | Uncategorized
Civility Still Reigns in a Modern Society
Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly common to hear, read and see examples of bad behavior in all walks of life….
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10 Etiquette Rules to Embrace in 2018
Despite all the typical lofty resolutions made at this time of year, there a few simple habits that are almost…
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Signs of a Healthy Friendship
We may have hundreds of friends on social media, but how many of them can we rely on when illness strikes or we need to talk…
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Fall Entertaining Bucket List
Today is the first day of fall, and I’ve created a list of seasonal ideas to enjoy with friends and…
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Hosting a Moms’ Back-To-School Tea
Your kids are back in school, and it can be either a tough time to let them march off into…
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How to Throw a Surprise Party for a Friend
Your best friend’s birthday is coming up, and you want to throw her a surprise party she’ll always remember. It’s such a great…
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How To Deal With Friends’ Political Rants on Social Media
It’s difficult to go anywhere without someone confiding their frustration with the way a handful of their friends are carrying on with rants…
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Hosting a Housewarming Party
Dear Diane, One of my friends recently moved out of her studio apartment and into a beautiful home. While in the process of…
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Playdate Etiquette for Parents
For parents of young children, adding a playdate to the family calendar is a breath of fresh air. They provide…
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How to Help a Grieving Friend
It is an unfortunate fact of life; people we know and often love will pass away, sometimes unexpectedly. When comforting…
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Business Etiquette | Career Advice | career etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | Job Seekers Etiquette | Office Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Thriving at Your First Job
I’m frequently approached by university students after my etiquette sessions who are anxiously preparing for their first job in the professional arena….
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Business Etiquette | career etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Etiquette Friends | Friendship Etiquette | Office Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Business Etiquette: Is Working for a Friend a Good Career Choice?
The scenario may seem like a career dream come true – working for a good friend. There are certainly advantages:…
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How to Handle a Friendship Break Up
When a friendship shows signs of falling apart, it can be an emotionally charged situation. After being close to someone…
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The Value of a Handwritten Note: A Keepsake Box of Letters
April is National Card and Letter Writing Month, a perfect time to look back on the beloved handwritten notes I…
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A Girlfriends’ Brunch: Valentine’s Day Etiquette
There are few things sweeter than the love and support of our friends, and no better time than Valentine’s Day to honor…
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Baby Etiquette: What Not to Say to a New Mom
New mothers are a Pandora’s Box of emotions. A fussy baby, sleepless nights, hormones, and recovering from labor can make…
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Creating Fall Traditions with Family and Friends
Autumn is a gorgeous season filled with warm colors, crisp weather, and bountiful harvests. As we begin to prepare for…
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Dining Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Relationship Etiquette
Ask the Etiquette Expert: Friendship Advice for Hosting a Dinner
Q: My wife and I are both 27 years old, and our friends are 25. We understand the importance of etiquette and do our best to…
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New Year’s Resolutions: 10 Tasks to Tackle in 2014
I am sharing a few things on my 2014 “to do” list. Some are left over from last year, other’s…
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A Holiday Giveaway and My Favorite Hostess Gift Picks
Looking ahead to Thanksgiving and the holiday season, this week’s spotlight is on our favorite host and hostess gift ideas. …
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Friendship Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Thanksgiving Etiquette
Holiday Etiquette: Hostess Gifts, the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
As plans for cocktail parties and holiday dinners begin to take shape, it’s not too early to give some thought…
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Friendship Etiquette | Halloween Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Lifestyle | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Halloween Party Etiquette: Hosting a Perfect Celebration
What better way to celebrate Fall than by hosting a Halloween party? You’ll surely find yourself in a festive spirit…
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Friendship Etiquette | Greeting Card Etiquette | Halloween Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Lifestyle
Halloween Greetings: Sending a “Spooktacular” Card
Here are a few ideas to get you started on your Halloween greetings: Make your own card. Buy some basic…
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College Etiquette | Events | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Super Bowl Etiquette | University Etiquette
Tailgate Party Tips
NFL football season kicks off this weekend and football festivities are in full swing. Many people, including myself, are planning…
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Children's Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Guest Etiquette Blogs | House and Home | Party Etiquette | Relationship Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Pet Etiquette: Etiquette Tips for Pet Owners
If you’re a pet lover, you are no doubt captivated by your dog or cat’s many unique charms. We can…
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Business Etiquette | Cell Phone Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Dining Etiquette | Events | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Gift Etiquette | Guest Etiquette Blogs | Mobile Manners / Cell Phone Manners | Networking Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Phone Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Uncategorized | University Etiquette
Afternoon Tea Party Etiquette
This past weekend I had the pleasure of attending a “Sip and See Afternoon Tea in Honor of His Royal…
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Break Up Etiquette | Business Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Office Etiquette | Relationship Etiquette | University Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Friendship Etiquette: When to Let Go of the Rope
From time to time a situation comes up that clearly shows you who is in your corner and who no…
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Business Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Office Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Relationship Etiquette | University Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Mannerly Tips on How to Accept a Compliment
Have you ever given someone a compliment, such as, “You did a great job on that project!” only to get…
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Ice Cream Etiquette
In honor of National Ice Cream Month, I thought I’d share a few “hot” tips on the fun and friendly…
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Funeral Etiquette Questions and Answers
As the etiquette expert for SA Living, Channel 4 WOAI, we routinely cover topics that the viewers request. I enjoy…
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | Gift Etiquette | Lifestyle | Mobile Manners / Cell Phone Manners | Wedding Etiquette
Wedding Etiquette Questions Answered
Wedding etiquette questions received by our SA Living viewers, blog readers and social media friends: Q: It is a second…
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Sole Sisters: Great Friends and Good Shoes Go Hand in Hand
Most men and women probably have a closet full of shoes, carefully lined along their shelves in the closet, or…
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Travel Etiquette Tips for Traveling with Friends
Memorial Day traditions usually include spending time with family and friends, often times, traveling together to a particular destination. I…
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