If you’re traveling or doing business outside the U.S., beware! These seemingly innocuous hand gestures are considered rude in many parts of the world. “Hand gestures can vary significantly in ...
Learning a few calm but witty phrases to say when someone is being rude can set a boundary of respect for interactions, but also help people shift accountability and the emotional burden intended ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have an online shop and am able to keep a high rating due to reviews from customers who are, thankfully, very kind. It’s important to keep the highest rating, as that ...
In a post on Reddit's "Wedding Shaming" forum, the poster explained that they went to a wedding recently where the officiant made a "rude" comment on the groom's appearance. "I don't believe that ...
Am I being rude? GENTLE READER: No -- your daughter is being overly fastidious, as daughters sometimes are. But you could also simply ask for the check. (Please send your questions to Miss Manners ...
Another user said, "You are going to have to be just as rude as they are and tell them in no uncertain terms that the kids will not be admitted to the wedding or the reception." Rosalinda Randall ...
“Yesterday I upset someone because we still haven’t released the New York 2026 sailing dates (coming next week) and had a another lady tell me that the crew on one of the ships were ...
Are you often annoyed or irritated? Do too many little things agitate you, and people grate on your nerve to the point that you sometimes feel like you’re going to lose it? You’re not alone.