Sunday, December 5, 2010

Christmas Etiquette Tips...

Christmas is the time of year that can bring out the best in people --- but unfortunately it can also bring out the worst...I have listed some basic etiquette tips below - to help make this a wonderful Christmas for all.

  • Regardless of the cost or the size of the gift - be grateful for any gifts that you receive.  Someone though enough of you to give you that gift.. Don't offend someone by not being thankful for what you have received...
  • Take a moment to spread the Christmas spirit and help someone who is less fortunate than you. 
  • We all know that Christmas shopping can be a bitch - no one enjoys battling the crowds - but don't throw away your manners and etiquette - display patience and kindess while shopping.  It really isn't that hard to be considerate of others.
  • Eat, drink and be merry at the office Christmas party - but know when to stop!  Be cautious and don't do anything you'll regret the following morning.
  • Be careful in "re-gifting" --- ensure that the item is in perfect condition and make sure that there is no possible link to the original giver.
  • If you are happy with a service you've received throughout the year - give a bonus for the babysitter, garbage man, cleaner, etc.
Christmas etiquette is actually very simple - it's about thinking of the needs of others, be grateful for what you receive and these simple thoughts and feelings will bring meaning to your Christmas holidays... 

2 comments:

  1. Totally agree, kindness only takes a few mins but can be so uplifting & rewarding not only to the receiver but also the giver.

    It may be just a simple Thank you/smile or taken a trolley back to the trolley bay for a person or my fav a (((( Hug )))) that can uplift people.

    Nearly everything can uplift people and this should be carried out not just at Christmas but at all times.

    (((( Hugs ))))

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  2. I am going to email this to the inlaws - would that be rude?!

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