Each of us, for sure, has come across a situation where we cannot figure out which fork to use first or how to cut the cake correctly, we often find ourselves interrupting the speaker. However, we perfectly understand the difference between rudeness and respect – maybe this is enough? And yet, etiquette experts argue that it is necessary to be attentive to the many situations in which we find ourselves and the actions we perform. This will avoid annoying mistakes.
Etiquette rules and common mistakes we make
You are not sitting neatly or sitting in the wrong place
The way you sit at the table is a sign of your respect, a kind of reflection of it. In particular, you should not put anything on it that is not a food object, such as a mobile phone, keys, wallet, etc.
If you need to answer a call that is important to you, you should apologize to your companion and leave the room to talk.
It is important to observe etiquette at the meal in the house where you are invited to visit. When the time comes to sit down at the table, be sure to specify which seat you have been assigned. It is possible that the hosts have prepared a certain chair for the convenience of communicating with you, or simply do not want someone else to head the table. It is also possible that they plan to set you up with a certain person and put him next to him!
You don't thank me for the meeting
Children are taught from an early age the need to use polite words – "thank you", "please". Planning and holding large events – a lot of hard work. Remember to thank the hosts before leaving. In addition, it will not be superfluous to do this the next day: call and express gratitude for the great time spent.
By the way, today is a great way to say "thank you" it can also be a light PR on the Web: you just need to indicate on your Instagram page how great you spent your time!
The toast you are making does not "take" per soul
In most cultures, it is customary to make toasts. But until the host expresses his wishes among the guests, one should not touch the wine. This is the rule of good manners. When it's your turn to make a toast, be as prepared as possible and think carefully about what you will say. After all, what could be worse than invented by someone, rhyming phrases from the Internet, which are remembered in a hurry, are distinguished by insincerity. Put your respect, sympathy, disposition towards the hosts in the spoken words and by all means express gratitude for the warm welcome and refreshments.
You don't think about how you eat
Each of us has our own preferences and needs for food. And that's okay. If you are an invited guest and do not suffer from allergies, eat everything that is served on the table. Of course, you can pretend as if you are eating and at the same time stir the food on the plate. And if the owners ask why the food on your plate remains practically untouched, you can answer that you are leaving room for dessert.
But basically, you can immediately indicate that you should impose food little by little. Eat small meals, take your time.
However, do not be shy: it is better to warn the hosts in advance that you are allergic to certain foods or your diet is restricting in some way. And don't use the spices on the table until you've tried a particular dish. It may well be that it is already perfectly salted and peppered, and you will only offend the hostess.
These simple rules of etiquette will allow you not to "sit in a puddle" and avoid embarrassing situations while visiting and not only.
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