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Baby showers are a beautiful American tradition that started during the baby boomer phenomenon beginning in the late 1940s. Presents are integral to this festivity. But, how do you ask for baby shower gifts? When asking for a baby shower gift, avoid a direct request for a product. Ask for gift cards from select stores, … Read more
When you are confiding in someone you trust about a situation you are in, it’s not uncommon to receive advice; either solicited or unsolicited. When someone advises you to stay strong, you may not know how to respond because it’s such a vague and emotionless sentiment. While the sentiment to stay strong isn’t ill-intentioned, you … Read more
Whenever you’re planning to host a birthday party or any other type of celebration, it’s likely that your guests may want to carry gifts with them. If you prefer to choose your own gifts, you should ask for a gift card. Place your request at the bottom of the invitation or bring it up in … Read more
There are instances in life where we want to approach someone from long ago and contact them to touch base. Sometimes we are inspired by a memory or because we see them in public. There are always nuances and etiquette involved with such situations. So, how do you tell someone you remember them? First, check … Read more
There are thousands of languages in the world, which means that the different accents can lead to misunderstandings in communication. If you don’t understand an interlocutor’s accent, there are many ways to politely point it out without offending them. Make eye contact and use polite words to foster a positive experience between you and the … Read more
There are situations where you want to know something, but you don’t want to ask a question because you are unsure what the other person will say. In these situations, it is possible with a few tricks to transform your question so that it is no longer a question, but the other person’s response still … Read more
There are times in life when we have to tell people they need to move on. Sometimes this is for friends and loved ones, other times it’s to break off a romantic relationship. And yet there are other instances where you want to shoo away a nosy person getting into your private conversation. Regardless of the … Read more
Asking why comes in handy in many different scenarios. Whether you’re a curious person or trying to be a good friend, asking why often gets to the root of the situation. It is only important that you ask politely why! Some polite ways to ask why are: you want to understand someone’s choices better, you’re … Read more
Every once in a while, we all end up having to go to the courtroom. Either to appear as part of the proceedings or to show support for friends and family. In the latter case, it’s natural to want to wish someone luck. Knowing how to wish someone good luck in court isn’t as simple … Read more
When someone is humming around you, the noise can quickly become so annoying that you can’t think straight anymore. Of course, you don’t want to be a killjoy, but sometimes it’s just too much, and you have to ask the person to stop humming. Some ways to politely ask someone to stop humming are: say … Read more