Find yourself in a situation and not sure of the proper etiquette?
We’ve got you covered with practical tips to help you navigate life’s social nuances.
The Doorway Dance
When you and a stranger approach a narrow doorway from opposite sides at the same time. Do you both pause and perform the awkward “you first” hand gesture, or do you speed up to claim the doorway victory?
Spoiler: only one may pass unscathed.
The Sidewalk Shuffle
You and someone else are walking on a narrow path toward each other. Both of you step left, then right, mirroring each other like an impromptu dance-off. Who makes the final swerve to end this sidewalk standoff, and how do you avoid eye contact? What ends up happening is you bump into one another and think about this moment for the rest of the day.
The Change Dropped in Public
You drop a handful of coins or a simple $5 note at a busy walkway. Do you crouch down in front of everyone and retrieve your riches, or pretend it never happened and walk away as if you’re just “too important” for spare change?
The Last Elevator Rider
You’re the last one to enter a crowded elevator, facing the dreaded “front-facing-only” conundrum. Do you stare at the door like everyone else, or go rogue and face the crowd, asserting your unflinching elevator confidence?
The Over-Generous Drink Top-Up
When someone fills your glass just a bit too much at a party, leaving you with an imminent spill situation. Do you carefully sip down the excess immediately, hold the glass cautiously and wait for it to evaporate, or discreetly spill a little to avoid the flood risk?
