Knowing how to behave at meals isn't just about proper etiquette. Turns out, your table manners send coded messages about you ...

I had the opportunity to speak by phone with writer and podcaster Jennifer L. Scott. The author of the Madame Chic books — ...

and passing food with care reflects good manners and consideration for others. Using a toothpick discreetly: If you need to use a toothpick or floss, do so discreetly and away from the table.

In a world that, for the most part, still values respect, kindness, and empathy, instilling good manners in our children is ...

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