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20 Free Random Acts of Kindness
We live in such a self-absorbed society that we often fail to notice the people around us who may need a kind word, reassurance or a helpful hand. We live in such a self-absorbed society that we often fail to notice the people around us who may need a kind word, reassurance or a h... more
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Beijingers told to mind their manners
Beijing citizens have been told not to pick their noses, yawn or scratch their heads when talking to foreigners during the Olympics.
They have also been given a list of things not to ask overseas visitors - a list so exhaustive it could make conversation difficult.
Ordinary people have also been given detailed instructions on how to talk to disabled people during the Paralympics.
Chinese officials want ordinary people to show the country's most civilised face during the sporting events.
A booklet prepared by the propaganda department of Beijing's Dongcheng District gives locals an introduction to the games.
It has a special section on dealing with foreigners, including what to do when talking to overseas visitors.
'Wear a smile'
"In conversation, wear a smile, don't stare too long or do anything to make people feel ill at ease," it says.
It also warns Beijing people not to yawn, shout, pick their noses, scratch their heads, play with their fingernails or pull at their clothes while talking.
The booklet suggests people abide by the "eight don't ask" principle when talking to foreigners.
Subjects to avoid include what foreigners earn or how much they spend, how old they are, whether they are married and whether they are healthy.
Also off-limits are questions about where foreigners live, where they have worked, their religious or political beliefs, or what they are currently doing.
In the booklet, propaganda chiefs remind Beijing citizens to be careful when being interviewed by foreign journalists during the Olympics, which begin on 8 August.
It tells them not to say or do anything that harms national prestige, the country's image or national security. Beijing citizens have been told not to pick their noses, yawn or scratch their heads when talking to foreigners during the Olympics. ... more -
Etiquette experts draw up social networking rules
Etiquette experts Debrett's have drawn up a new set of rules to help young people politely navigate social networking sites. The authority on good manners said users should never post a profile picture they would not want to see in their local newspaper.
And it was always necessary to wait 24 hours to "gather your thoughts" before accepting or removing a friend. Almost two-thirds of people (62%) are frustrated and confused by social situations presented by sites such as Facebook, MySpace and Bebo, a poll for mobile phone network Orange found. Etiquette experts Debrett's have drawn up a new set of rules to help young people politely navigate social networking sites. The ... more -
Dear cell phone users....
A fun, effective way to tell cell phone users to quiet down when they are chatting loudly in public.
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Get off our phone and Blackberry
Pay attention, people!
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Two rudes don't make a right
People use manners as a way to persecute other people.
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Yo Mother, Say What?
This mom has condensed everything she says to her kids in a single day in under three minutes. And believe it or not, it's everything your mom has said to you. I actually find myself saying the exact things to my son and he's barely three. So, it looks like we WILL be just as annoying to our kids as we thought our parents were growing up. Mom and Dad...I love you. ;) This mom has condensed everything she says to her kids in a single day in under three minutes. And believe it or not, it's every... more
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My friend suddenly died -- and I think I want his job!
Valuable advice, just in case.
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Joe Gets Manners
Courtesy and etiquette seem to be on the decline these days. Luckily Joe has taken it upon himself to give us all a lesson on manners. In this "Joe Gets" pod, Joe begins his journey to chivalry by getting some professional help. x Courtesy and etiquette seem to be on the decline these days. Luckily Joe has taken it upon himself to give us all a lesson on manners.... more
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