Social etiquette tips

We all have good days, bad days and days that fall in between. While you’re dealing with whatever caused that, the last thing that should be on your mind is …

No matter how spontaneous you think you are, when a guy asks you out last minute, it can come with a lot of anxiety and hesitation. Ultimately, you don’t want …

When someone says you have lost weight, the first thing you should do is assess why. This will form the basis of what to say. If you’ve lost the weight …

There are devotees to some religions who think theirs is the right one, and ultimately wish everyone would conform to their beliefs. The reality is different, so when you end …

If you receive an invitation to a bridal shower, it means you are expected to participate by showing up and enjoying the festivities. Life gets in the way sometimes, so …

As guys, it’s our duty to be gentlemen and show a lady the finer things in life. A gentleman must know what to say when a girl calls you sweet …

Don’t you just hate that awkward moment when the conversation starts to fizzle out and you don’t know what to say? Do you want to know what to say when …

Typically, when professionals receive an email, they use words like “Thank you for reaching out to me”  to show appreciation for their consideration, as a greeting for your response or …

Life is tough these days, and a lot of us are walking around not feeling okay. Mental health is very important, so take a few moments to connect with your …

During a conversation, discussion, explanation or whatever it is, you’re expected to show interest, comprehension or acknowledgment of what’s being said. One way of doing so is by saying “I …

When someone says “Welcome”, our response is usually silence or “Thanks”. But it should be more than that. How about a witty response when someone says “Welcome”? You shouldn’t be …

People ask “What’s going on?” to start a conversation, greet someone, or catch up with someone they haven’t seen in a while. It can get awkward if you don’t know …

“Ok” is just a simple two-letter word, but it can have many meanings. Therefore, it’s important to know how to respond to “Ok” in different situations. “Ok” can mean that …

It sucks to make plans with someone, look forward to it, then have the person bail on you. Alas, you must figure out what to say when someone flakes on …

Humans are social creatures, and, when separated, it’s natural for us to miss the company and presence of each other. When you talk to someone you have been away from …

When your friends, family, and even coworkers know you were away for a trip, it’s common for them to ask about it. The next time you see them, you’ll get …

Christmas is right around the corner, so you can expect to hear a lot of Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays greetings going around. For some of us, we come up …

We all know that true beauty lies on the inside, but it doesn’t hurt to be called pretty every now and then, especially by a cute guy who you like. …

“Safe travels” is a term that has a literal meaning. One way of wishing someone “safe travels” is to say “have a safe trip” or “travel safely.” Other ways to …

It is common for friends or family members to borrow money from you when an emergency comes up, but the problem lies in when they owe you and haven’t made …

If you’re introverted or just a little socially awkward, you might not know how to respond to certain things, especially slang like “what’s good”. We’ll get you in the loop …

Saying “in my opinion” gets played out, especially when you’re trying to have a lengthy conversation. There are many other ways to say “in my opinion” or “I think” without …

Okay, so let’s say you agreed to video call someone on Skype or Zoom, and for some reason, you don’t want to anymore. You’ll need good excuses not to video …

Welcome back from your well-deserved holiday. Are you prepared for the “How was your holiday?” questions? Best believe that when you come back from holiday, your friends and family will …

At the end of a conversation, or spending time with someone, it’s customary to send well wishes by saying something like “take care”. But do you plan to say this …

Every now and again, your colleagues or managers will approach you with small talk as a way of being polite or to pass the sometimes-daunting hours at work. So, they’ll …

Saying “I agree” to an opinion is something you encounter daily. There are other ways to say I agree, by using body language, or alternative words to “I agree”. Use …

For some of us, it is hard to stay in one place, and taking flights fulfils our desire to travel. Those around us such as friends and family will want …

Attempting to ask for a discount can end up saving you a lot, especially when buying both expensive and affordable products. Knowing how to ask discount determines whether or not …

As you already know, there are certain rules at school that dictate what a student should or shouldn’t do. It’s similar for online classes, and these are called netiquettes rules …

When you agree with someone or approve of something, your first instinct is to say “yes” to let the other person know what you are thinking. Simply saying “yes” gets …

So, you’ve just woken up, and you’ve realized that you’ve gotten a good morning text from someone. Depending on who it is, you may not know how to respond to …

Truthfully, it gets boring when we said “Nice to meet you” in audio/video calls or face-to-face conversations. Surely, there must be other ways to say nice to meet you to …

When you say or do something nice for someone, that person will likely thank you and you’ll say “you’re welcome.” This type of response to someone who thanks you can …

So, you’re pretty good looking, which means it shouldn’t come as a shock when someone calls you cute. The problem is, however, how to respond when someone calls you cute. …

When writing an email, whether it is for professional, educational, or friendly reasons, it is customary to greet the person by saying something along the lines of, “I hope all …

If you’ve recently been unwell or had a sick friend/relative, one good way to express your appreciation is by crafting simple thank you notes for prayers and support during illness …

It’s wonderful when a guy says that he likes you, but it’s dangerous when you don’t like him back in the same way. This is why it’s necessary to know …

There you are, texting someone and unexpectedly he/she sends a “XOXO” text. You’ve never gotten a text like this, and you don’t even know what it means; you’re likely asking …

Unwanted sexting can be very uncomfortable, especially if the person is your friend who got the wrong idea or even your partner. In this case, it is especially difficult to …