When parents force their children to follow rules of politeness, it can cause resistance, lack of authenticity, and stress.

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Spread the loveTeaching manners and etiquette to children is an essential part of their growth and development. Books about manners and etiquette for kids not only teach them social skills but also ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin provides guidance on how to gracefully refuse dishes containing allergens while still acknowledging the giver's good intentions.

Good manners seem like a quaint phrase in our casual times when social interactions between generations are not generally ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have taken note of repeat inquiries about how to deal with not being invited to a wedding -- presumably, though not always in so many words, without being a jerk in return.

GENTLE READER: A good traditional funeral includes appreciation of the deceased’s life. But when this is labeled a celebration, Miss Manners worries that actual grieving is pushed aside.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I have been having an argument for days now about something one of his friends did. We moved to a new apartment, and said friend has been here twice. Both times ...

GENTLE READER: A good traditional funeral includes appreciation of the deceased’s life. But when this is labeled a celebration, Miss Manners worries that actual grieving is pushed aside.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I have been having an argument for days now about something one of his friends did. We moved to a new apartment, and said friend has been here twice. Both times ...

The Rhode Island School of Design displays its antique French wallpaper collection in a superb new show. The actor now portraying the famous comic book character has revealed a fundamental ...