Have you ever wondered why some social rules feel unnecessarily stiff? Like you're following a script written for a different ...

Discover the top 10 most-read Miss Manners columns of 2025, featuring advice from Judith Martin on etiquette, family ...

If you still think replying “K” is an acceptable way to end a conversation, it might be time for a social refresh. Etiquette isn’t just about which fork to use anymore—it’s about navigating the messy, ...

The 14 rules we grew up with served their purpose in a different time, but their disappearance signals a more inclusive and ...

The core difference between old and new etiquette is often the intention: the younger generation prioritizes authenticity, ...

Stereotypical etiquette expectations and “manners” are social constructs that don’t always spark unity in the ways we expect. For example, ideas like “respect your elders” have fed generations of ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Are the rules about discussing religion in social settings somewhat relaxed when someone volunteers that they (or their family) are clergy? For instance, I’d never ask someone I ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: A co-worker invited a few people and their spouses over to watch a popular sporting event. After everyone in the office bombarded him with questions about what to bring, he insisted ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I notice that alcohol has a role in many social invitations: “Would you care to join me for a glass of wine?” I do enjoy wine, and have for many years, but I’ve decided to stop ...

These subtle behaviors go far beyond proper fork placement or saying "please" — they're the unconscious patterns that ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My wife and I had an amazing and intimate honeymoon in the Leeward Islands. In the spirit of the occasion, we booked first-class tickets for our flights. During boarding for the ...

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