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Intro to social graces

1. Social graces

2. What is it all about? Social graces are skills used to interact politely in social situations. They include manner and etiquette (the specific accepted rules within a culture for the application of universal manners), deportment , and fashion .

3. Manner In sociology, manners are the unenforced standards of conduct that demonstrate that a person is proper, polite, and refined. “A person’s outward bearing” Etiquette Code of behavior that delineates expectations for social behavior according to contemporary conventional norms within a society, social class, or group. “Act of Rules”

4. Deportment “the way how a person acts and presents himself/herself in public Fashion A popular way of dressing during a particular time or among a particular group of people.

5. Why is it important? Form of respect given to those whom you may not know. Respect is an important aspect of good human relationships. Reduces awkwardness and social anxiety Being at ease with yourself and being able to let others shine is the art of social grace.

6. Basic manner do’s and don'ts DO’S Do Ask Questions Do Dress to Impress Do Gauge Your Audience Do Prepare Topics Ahead of Time Do Act (or Be) Confident DON’T’S Don’t Interrupt Don’t Neglect Hygiene Don’t Show YouTube Videos Don’t Lie Don’t Check Your Phone

7. Six basic guidelines for introductions: Always stand.