Thomas Edison made 1,000 unsuccessful attempts at inventing the light bulb. We all strive to be polite and practice common courtesy. However, sometimes we make mistakes, and often unconsciously. Paying attention to these 10 blunders will help you be socially successful. Wiping Your Nose with Your Napkin. That’s what a handkerchief, tissue, or the restroom…
10 Tips for Dog Etiquette | Golden Rules Gal
- Dog Etiquette, General Etiquette, Golden Rules Gal
- Jun 8, 2021
Unless you have a backyard with a fence, your dog is going to need daily exercise. Always walk your dog on a leash. If you encounter other dogs barking, try and avoid them. If another dog approaches you, ask the owner if their animal is pet-friendly. It’s never ok for your dog to do business…
10 Things You Should Never Ask Anyone | Golden Rules Gal
- General Etiquette, Golden Rules Gal
- Jun 1, 2021
Sometimes we are rude without even knowing it. In general, stay away from topics that are controversial, like politics or religion. And whether you know another person well or not, some questions should never be asked. Here are some dangerous remarks that can come across as nosy, mean, or “Oops! I just stuck my foot…
11 Senior Travel Tips | Golden Rules Gal
- Golden Rules Gal, Travel
- May 25, 2021
When traveling with a senior, speed is your enemy. Slow down and follow these tips: Don’t stress them out by giving too much information. Less is more if you want to prevent confusion. Create a written itinerary. Be sure to include contact information for each travel venue. Create this using a pen and paper, not…
How does a naturally polite person draw the line between being courteous and being a pushover? Is there a polite way to say ‘no’ to someone? Do you say yes when you really mean no? Some people are born pleasers, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing as long as you don’t let others take…
Covid-19 and Kids’ Digital Eye Strain | Golden Rules Gal
- Digital Etiquette, Golden Rules Gal, Pandemiquette
- May 11, 2021
The eyes have had it! When it comes to looking at a computer screen for five-plus hours a day, the eyes will take a toll. Here’s how to help preserve your child’s vision even with screen time being a large part of the day. If not, glasses may be required. Keep a Safe Distance. Remote…
5 Practical Ways to Stay Afloat in a Post-Covid World | Golden Rules Gal
- Golden Rules Gal, Money Etiquette, Pandemiquette
- May 4, 2021
Where do we first learn about money? At home. I recall going with my mother to a Crocker Bank in Sacramento (later acquired by Wells Fargo) to open my first savings account. The teller was tall and thin with Aqua Net hair. She looked at me with very intent eyes then said I had a…
How Air Travel Has Changed Since Covid-19 | Golden Rules Gal
- Golden Rules Gal, Pandemiquette, Travel
- Apr 27, 2021
In sickness and in health, we all take to the airways, but with Covid-19, the rules above the clouds have changed. The year the earth stood still, a face mask became the new wardrobe staple, and soon we may need ‘proof of’ vaccination stamps in our passport. Here Are 10 Ways Travel Has Changed Since…
10 Tips for Safe Dining Indoors | Golden Rules Gal
- Food & Dining, Golden Rules Gal, Pandemiquette
- Apr 20, 2021
Does anybody miss dining out? I don’t mean outside; I mean sitting inside a restaurant. San Francisco has entered the orange tier, which means 50% of restaurant capacity is allowed to dine indoors. Eating out is still a privilege, and if you’re comfortable and have had your vaccinations, it’s clear that space still matters. Here…
Digital Communication Tips During Covid-19 | Golden Rules Gal
- Communication & Technology, Digital Etiquette, Golden Rules Gal, Pandemiquette
- Apr 13, 2021
When I think back to all the years that I pleaded with more than one former boss to let me work at home, the answer was always no. Now that we’re home seven days a week, how I wish I could go back to the office if only for one day! In one year, we…
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