Manners Blog
Coco Gauff, The US Open and Social Awareness
Social awareness refers to the ability to understand and recognize the various social, cultural, and societal issues that affect individuals and communities. It involves being attuned to the world around you, empathizing with the experiences...
Teach Manners in the Classroom
My heart goes out to children. I often wonder what is happening to their ability to connect. Teaching manners in the classroom has never been more important. What is it like for them to build relationships with their friends at the moment? How...
Thank You Note Writing and Why It Still Matters
Thank You Note Writing Will Always Be Relevant. And Here is Why. Expressing gratitude is the highest form of respect Receiving a thank you note feels special Thank you notes are a gesture to express how we feel and recognize...
Are Thank You Notes Still in Style?
Thank you note writing will always be relevant. And here is why. Expressing gratitude is the highest form of respect Receiving a thank you note feels special Thank you notes are a gesture to express how we feel and recognize someone’s...
How To Work On Interview Etiquette With High Schoolers (& Why It Matters)
As students progress through high school, they need strong interview etiquette skills. Here’s why it matters (and how to teach it).
Teaching Children the Difference Between Being Kind and Being Nice
When adding a manners, social skills or SEL program to your list of activities, consider teaching the subtle differences between being kind and nice. Teaching children the difference between being kind and being nice can help them develop empathy,...
Correct Way to Eat Cherries
Life is a bowl of cherries- as long as you know where to put the pits author unknown I know it is summer when I walk into the grocery store and the first thing I see are the cherries. I absolutely love them. They also brighten any table setting...
How to Clean Your Teacups
If you are like me, you have a favorite teacup and use it every morning. And, if you use the same one or rotate between a few, you may notice a build up of tea stains. Even though I wash my teacups really well and I take good care of them,...
Lisa Richey provides etiquette programs to businesses, schools, and individuals.
