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Understanding the Decline of Common Courtesy and Ways to Restore it

The concept of common courtesy, once a fundamental aspect of social interaction, is declining in many areas of contemporary life. This erosion of basic manners and respect for others can be seen in various contexts, from the digital world to public spaces. Understanding the reasons behind this trend and finding ways to revive and keepContinue reading “Understanding the Decline of Common Courtesy and Ways to Restore it”

Whatever happened to table manners and etiquette when eating in a restaurant?

I was dining with a friend at a local restaurant the other day and while no one is perfect, I noticed an appalling lack of table manners and consideration for others by two guests sitting maybe 20 feet away. And it’s not the first time I have noticed this. I’m a stickler for manners andContinue reading “Whatever happened to table manners and etiquette when eating in a restaurant?”