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Tech Dating 101: Using Your Phone While on a Date
Sometimes we all need a little help navigating the choppy waters of dating when tech gets tossed into the mix, which is why geeksugar and I have teamed up for another installment of Tech Dating 101. Last week, we talked about canceling a date via text, and this week we're discussing whether or not texting and making calls during your date is acceptable dinner etiquette.
Can I text and make phone calls during a date without being rude?
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Cussing in Public
Emily Post pretty much set the bar for manners, and last week when I quoted one of her echoes of traditional etiquette, most of you agreed with her and like it when a man walks on the curbside.
Below is one example of what Emily calls "Today's Rudest Behaviors" in her book Etiquette. Now I must admit to being guilty of this from time to time, but I agree with Emily, it's not the most charming way to behave in public.
Handle This: Your Friend Is Rude to the Sales Associate
If you were put in a situation like this, how would you handle it?
You've recently become friendly with a co-worker at your new law firm. She's been incredibly welcoming and you're sure that she'll soon be a friend outside of work, too.
5 Tips For Being on Time
Being late happens from time to time, but if it's your norm, it can make other people feel that their time isn't respected or valued. Since perpetual lateness can be irritating for those waiting for you, I've come up with five tips on how to be more punctual.
To check them out, read more
Handle This: She's Getting It on in Front of You
You and a close friend have made a trip back to your college town to visit a mutual friend for the weekend. Since the friend you're visiting is married with kids, you both opted to stay in a hotel instead of at her house, figuring if you shared a room, it wouldn’t be too expensive.
One night you all head out for drinks and end up running into an old male friend who used to go to college with all of you.
Sunday Confessional: I Got Too Comfortable With My Boyfriend's Dad
My boyfriend and I have been living together the past two years. Recently his parents visited from out of town to see my boyfriend and his two sisters. They were here for a few weeks, so the siblings decided to take turns hosting and showing them around.
Handle This: A Rude Encounter
On a night out with a girlfriend, you head to the local bar. When you get there, you make your way to an empty table to settle down and order some drinks. Not two minutes go by before a couple of girls come over and demand that you move because they were there first.
Handle This: Your Ex's New Girlfriend Wants Information
After you broke up with your boyfriend you both kept in touch, and though you’re not close anymore, you’re still friendly. He recently started exclusively dating someone new who you actually know through a friend of a friend.
She’s a nice girl, and you have no hard feelings towards her, but you’re caught off-guard when you run into her and she immediately starts inquiring about your ex.
Handle This: Your Ex Refuses to Acknowledge You
At a mutual friend’s going-away party, you encounter your ex and his new girlfriend, much to your surprise. Although you know the situation is invariably awkward, you decide to go out of your way to be friendly.
When standing with a group of friends, your ex comes up to introduce his girlfriend but conveniently skips over you — you can’t help but be offended.
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