Some guidelines for smoother social interactions:  The Dos

• Look people in the eye when you talk to them.
• Have good posture.
• Use a firm handshake.
• Thank everybody for everything they do for you.
• Backtrack as soon as you realize you’ve made a mistake and apologize.
• Be a good role model for your family.
• Laugh at people’s jokes.
• Have good hygiene and use deodorant.
• Dance with anyone who asks you.
• Enunciate every word.
• Speak in a low pitch.
• Introduce yourself.
• Introduce men to women.
• Introduce the younger person to the older person.
• Be a self-sustaining guest.
• Say hello and good-bye to your host.
• Graciously accept all compliments.
• The person who initiates the phone call ends it.
• Talk equally to the person on either side of you.
• Take upset children out of the situation until they calm down.
• Welcome unexpected guests.
• Even when in doubt, giving is always good.
• Telephone your host the following day to say thank you.
• Answer a letter with a letter.
• Answer an e-mail with an e-mail.
• Answer a phone call with a phone call.
• Answer a text with a text.
• Ask before using FaceTime.
• Ask before posting photos/announcements on social media.
• When possible reciprocate with a return invitation.
• Be aware of other people’s body language.
• Be aware of your own body language.
• Be aware of giving people space.
• Keep your breath and body fresh.
• Keep your nails, teeth, clothing and shoes clean.
• Drink a glass of water for every glass of alcohol.
• Men – hold doors open for women.
• Let the woman control the handshake, hug, and kiss.
• Kiss but don’t tell.