Double Standards: Accepting Disrespect From Loved Ones, But Not Strangers. Why?

Double Standards: Accepting Disrespect From Loved Ones, But Not Strangers. Why?

Blood? Sure, walking all over me is a sign of love. Unrelated stranger? Don’t push your luck, know your place and how to behave. What?! Sadly, it’s become all too common, all the while under the radar. Do you know the person well? Are they a loved one? Well then it’s okay, there are different [...]

Are Table Manners History?

Are Table Manners History?

Etiquette? Manners? Get with the times, it's no longer trendy. So get your elbows out, we're free to do as we please! Sorry I worded that too respectfully, give me time and I'll even get my phone out; I can multitask, didn't you know? Society. Today. You choose to dine out to mark a special [...]

What Qualities Do You Look For In A Partner?

What Qualities Do You Look For In A Partner?

Short, tall, beard, no beard, manners, equality, shared political views or are extreme opposites a match made in heaven? What you look for could determine your success, surely? The dating scene is faced paced, almost out of sight that you’re generally one of two people. You behold a sacred list of traits even Prince Charming [...]

Your Default Smile; True Measurement Of Happiness?

Your Default Smile; True Measurement Of Happiness?

Is smiling easier to portray than sadness? Yes, as questions are diverted away by simply manipulating your facial muscles opposing your automatic emotional response which wouldn’t be classified as ‘normal’. It’s now routine. The 3rd party thoughts, preconceptions and sometimes pity that follow are stomach churning and make you relive the reality you wish to [...]

Is Having Manners Considered Old Fashioned? Today’s Downfall: Who’s Responsible?

Is Having Manners Considered Old Fashioned? Today’s Downfall: Who’s Responsible?

Manners, kindness and decency seem like they should be a distant memory. What are we teaching our children? 'Your standards are too high.' 'You're too harsh'. 'You have hands, do it yourself.' Or simply the classic one, 'You didn't say.' Just a few of the statements I've heard repeatedly in my adult life. Maybe I'm [...]