As May is International Civility Awareness Month, each day I'll be sharing simple ways that each of us can demonstrate civility in the various arenas of our lives. I welcome your thoughts and examples too!
May 1: Look the store clerk in the eyes when you say thank
you. This has more meaning than a quick, "thanks" as you fumble with your wallet
with head down.
May 2: Let that semi-truck merge in front of you on the freeway...even during massive rush hour traffice.
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012
May is International Civility Awareness Month
May is International Civility Awareness month. Civility is critical to a well-functioning family, workplace, school, community, state, nation, and world. When it is missing in one arena of our lives, the other arenas of our life can be off kilter. It isn't always easy to deal with others tactlessness, rudeness, cluelessness, and boorishness. However, it is how you respond to such incidents, and how you behave in general that are key to creating more civility in the world we share.
Civility encompasses many aspects of positive social behavior:
(You may copy the picture for your use, though as it is copyrighted, please do site the source.)
Each one of us can make a positive difference in someones life. A tweak here, a tweak there... Each moment you have an opportunity to choose how to respond, to think, to be. What choices will you make in your next interaction?
Civility encompasses many aspects of positive social behavior:
(You may copy the picture for your use, though as it is copyrighted, please do site the source.)
Each one of us can make a positive difference in someones life. A tweak here, a tweak there... Each moment you have an opportunity to choose how to respond, to think, to be. What choices will you make in your next interaction?
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Can I Apply Lipstick and Powder at the Dinner Table?
In workshops, I have often been asked if it is appropriate to apply lipstick and powder at the dining table. Etiquette guidelines have changed over the past 60-70 years on this subject which has led to some confusion. From an etiquette perspective, here’s the scoop.
In the 1950s, it was perfectly acceptable to powder ones nose at the table, whereas today it is considered inappropriate. Excuse yourself to the restroom for a quick powder touch up.
Regarding lipstick, if you are with friends, it is fine to quickly and discreetly apply lipstick after the meal (though no lip liner, and without using a mirror).
If you are at a business meal, applying lipstick and other makeup touch ups are best done in the restroom. You want to be remembered for your business savvy, not your makeup application savvy.
In the 1950s, it was perfectly acceptable to powder ones nose at the table, whereas today it is considered inappropriate. Excuse yourself to the restroom for a quick powder touch up.
Regarding lipstick, if you are with friends, it is fine to quickly and discreetly apply lipstick after the meal (though no lip liner, and without using a mirror).
If you are at a business meal, applying lipstick and other makeup touch ups are best done in the restroom. You want to be remembered for your business savvy, not your makeup application savvy.
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