@@mykameieretiquette If you can a video about how to act in a group of women in a coffee shop or in a restaurant and the group about 15 people. Thank you 🙏
I would like people to listen to their host about helping with clean up in the kitchen. I don’t like people to help but there are sometimes rude people who disregard my request and insist on helping despite my asking them to stop. Please respect what your host is saying.
Dear Myka thank you so much ! Please, I would love a video about how to set boundaries, and how to manage when people are asking very personal questions ❤ thank you !
I keep struggling with this one, please set me straight once in for all! Taking bread from a bread basket that is in loaf form, presliced but not cut through. It's flu season so I'm trying to be careful and courteous of others. My dining companions just grab the loaf with both hands and tear a piece off.😮....another one I wonder about...if you are having a small adult birthday party of about 8 people and some gifts are brought for you, do you open them at the party? I did not because I did not want to embarrass someone if they did not bring a gift. I wasn't sure if i should have.I did send thank you notes afterwards to those who did. Thanks Myka!
I would love a video on conversation starters and how to keep them going. This is one of my bigger social anxiety roadblocks, and one of my goals for 2025 is to improve on it. I am in awe of people who can effortlessly meet and carry on conversations with new people.
I am an introvert and often need to leave earlier but then since I am single, live alone and do not have kids or a partner, I have no “reason” to leave and people tell me to stay when I am saying goodbye and trying to leave. So I often just don’t go at all anymore- it’s too stressful trying to escape!
You can say you are working on a side hustle or something else, but you shouldn’t have to give explanations to people who truly respect you. You don’t need to have certain reasons to politely validate your right to leave. If they are so narrow minded and disrespectful of people’s individual needs, then perhaps they are the wrong people to spend time with.
You can always remind them that the later you leave the more unsafe it gets for you to drive home or wait for a cab alone. That's absolutely reasonable and credible
I know I have said this before, however, I refuse to put my napkin on my chair when I go to use the restroom. I think that is so disgusting. I tuck mine right up against my plate.
I am very excited for the conversation tips at parties! Also what do you do when you are bored at a party because no one is talking to each other and are just staring around at other people . The other things is what to do when in a social setting when you don’t know anyone and people don’t look friendly or talkative? Thanks ! Love your videos!
Hey, can you make a video on how to be elegant during hiking, camping, fishing trips and other activities in which we don't have the luxury of having a stemmed glass to pour our water into nor an entire wardrobe of clean clothes to choose from?
I really like this question! I’ve given this a lot of thought, since I do these things often. I would love to hear what Micah has to say about this. For myself, I still try to keep up my grooming. For instance, if I think my nails will get destroyed out there, I remove all polish and go with trimmed, shaped nails. I sometimes sweat a lot, so a full face of makeup could be disastrous. Instead, l just do waterproof mascara, some lip gloss, and tinted sunscreen. Outdoor clothing may not be elegant, but I do try to choose colors that are flattering. There are a ton of cute hats to keep the sun/ rain off of your face, and keep your sunglasses from fogging up on top of your head. Poise and a great smile are elegant in any setting. I’m sure that’s not the definitive answer. Looking forward to Micah’s response ❤
There are a good number of books and other info on _glamping_ (glamour/glamorous camping). 😊👍 While I am not normally interested in camping, I have looked through those books with longing... Mary Jane Butters (she of the Mary Jane magazine fame) wrote my favorite book on the topic so far. 😊👍
Hi Myka, thank you for this helpful video going over non-obvious things. I liked the question about double dipping the other end of the carrot, ha! Maybe you can do an FAQ of things like that you frequently get asked!
These were all good reminders. Recently, the hubs and I have joint a dinner party group with 2/3 other couples, and we take turns hosting. The greasy napkin and double dip segments reminded me to ask will there be a what is proper hosting etiquette video next? 🥰 Preferably before March 1 since I’m next to host 😜 Thanks!
Hi! I’ll definitely look into that topic! In the meantime I have a video that was published in December all about table settings + some tips and tricks for hosts of dinner parties. Hope it helps! 🥰
Yes, more conversation starters/continuing a conversation ideas. i hate asking questions that sound like I’m interrogating the other person. Lol 😂 How to know what is okay to ask.
Do not ask someone’s age or income. It is generally a massive repellant. The offended person may either lie to you out of spite/self-preservation or they may answer honestly and avoid you from then on.
Hi Myka. Relatively new to your channel and enjoying it. Would definitely appreciate the conversation starters as well as conversation killers, the what-to-avoid topics other than the usual politics, money, and religion.
Myka, thank you for such an informative video! These tips have been helpful, even though some of them really challenged me and I would love to hear some of your conversation starters and suggestions.
Thank you! I am thoroughly enjoying and appreciating your channel. I am guilty of dipping then turning the item to the other side while at home. I will Definitely will never do that again!
Thank you for the video! I'd love to see a video about conversation starters and "keepers". 😀 I'm an introvert, and a lot of times, I am okay with silence or just observing others, but that makes others uncomfortable. So, I would love to have some phrases to keep the conversations going.)
Practicing good etiquette at home makes it second nature when going out. I find it puzzling when I get to a dish, like dip, that doesn’t have a serving spoon. It’s more sanitary to dip a small amount onto your plate than dipping from the serving bowl. QUESTION: I’ve attended parties that didn’t stipulate an end time. What’s the proper time to leave in these instances?
Great video Myka. You mentioned the pour amount if filling your wine glass at a party. How about a glass of bubbly as the glasses tend to be much smaller than a wine glass?
I love your videos Myka. If someone wants, you to take off your shoes and you do not feel comfortable doing that what would you do? Also, I use to have relatives that felt it was ok to double-dip (I'm divorced now from them) I was always so disgusted by that.
Thank you, Myka. I like to drink Martinis. They typically come filled all the way to the top. What is an acceptable way to drink it when it's filled so high? I've always wanted to know this. Thank you!!
What about arriving early? I’ve always been told being late is rude and try to be early for any meetings or appointments. Is this true for parties, even at friend’s homes? I feel like I’m adding pressure by arriving a few minutes early although I just want to be helpful. My husband feels it is rude to be on time or late. What are your thoughts?
Regarding overstaying your welcome: This is something I often experience when hosting, and I wonder if there’s a polite way to indicate or subtly suggest that you’d like to go to bed soon?
My friends who host a lot, start dimming the lights, next they turn off music, then begin to turn lights off in the outer rooms working their way inward. 😅
Thank you for this video! 🤍It has always been an interest of mine, to be proper and respectful while I dine and with friends and family! And, yes! Conversation starters and the continual conversation tips, would be fantastic!!
Thank you for watching! Are there any faux pas that we missed? Also, what videos would you like me to create? Comment below 🥰
I believe you did great job to cover the topic! 😊
@@elenaw1925thank you!
@@mykameieretiquette If you can a video about how to act in a group of women in a coffee shop or in a restaurant and the group about 15 people. Thank you 🙏
I would find tips for conversation starters very helpful!
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Yes, please
I would remind everyone not to monopolize the host’s (or any one person’s) time. Great tips❣️
I would like people to listen to their host about helping with clean up in the kitchen. I don’t like people to help but there are sometimes rude people who disregard my request and insist on helping despite my asking them to stop. Please respect what your host is saying.
Dear Myka thank you so much ! Please, I would love a video about how to set boundaries, and how to manage when people are asking very personal questions ❤ thank you !
Yes, please! Communication starters 🙏🙏🙏
I keep struggling with this one, please set me straight once in for all! Taking bread from a bread basket that is in loaf form, presliced but not cut through. It's flu season so I'm trying to be careful and courteous of others. My dining companions just grab the loaf with both hands and tear a piece off.😮....another one I wonder about...if you are having a small adult birthday party of about 8 people and some gifts are brought for you, do you open them at the party? I did not because I did not want to embarrass someone if they did not bring a gift. I wasn't sure if i should have.I did send thank you notes afterwards to those who did. Thanks Myka!
Great video! Any tips on starting and keeping conversation going would be great. Thank you for doing these videos.
Thank YOU for watching 😍
I LOVE your etiquette videos. Thanks so much for sharing. 👍🏼
Thank you for watching!
I would love a video on conversation starters and how to keep them going. This is one of my bigger social anxiety roadblocks, and one of my goals for 2025 is to improve on it. I am in awe of people who can effortlessly meet and carry on conversations with new people.
I am an introvert and often need to leave earlier but then since I am single, live alone and do not have kids or a partner, I have no “reason” to leave and people tell me to stay when I am saying goodbye and trying to leave. So I often just don’t go at all anymore- it’s too stressful trying to escape!
You can say you are working on a side hustle or something else, but you shouldn’t have to give explanations to people who truly respect you. You don’t need to have certain reasons to politely validate your right to leave. If they are so narrow minded and disrespectful of people’s individual needs, then perhaps they are the wrong people to spend time with.
Or maybe they like to spend time with you?
You can always remind them that the later you leave the more unsafe it gets for you to drive home or wait for a cab alone. That's absolutely reasonable and credible
Yes, I love the idea of a conversation starter video!
You’ve got it!
You are so refreshing and down to eath. I love to watch your videos. Thank you
Where does your handbag/clutch go when seated at the bar? How should you handle being late if it was unavoidable?
I know I have said this before, however, I refuse to put my napkin on my chair when I go to use the restroom. I think that is so disgusting. I tuck mine right up against my plate.
I am very excited for the conversation tips at parties! Also what do you do when you are bored at a party because no one is talking to each other and are just staring around at other people . The other things is what to do when in a social setting when you don’t know anyone and people don’t look friendly or talkative? Thanks ! Love your videos!
That’s a great video idea, thank you!
Conversation starters - yes please.
Hey, can you make a video on how to be elegant during hiking, camping, fishing trips and other activities in which we don't have the luxury of having a stemmed glass to pour our water into nor an entire wardrobe of clean clothes to choose from?
This is a great idea!
I really like this question! I’ve given this a lot of thought, since I do these things often. I would love to hear what Micah has to say about this.
For myself, I still try to keep up my grooming. For instance, if I think my nails will get destroyed out there, I remove all polish and go with trimmed, shaped nails. I sometimes sweat a lot, so a full face of makeup could be disastrous. Instead, l just do waterproof mascara, some lip gloss, and tinted sunscreen.
Outdoor clothing may not be elegant, but I do try to choose colors that are flattering. There are a ton of cute hats to keep the sun/ rain off of your face, and keep your sunglasses from fogging up on top of your head. Poise and a great smile are elegant in any setting.
I’m sure that’s not the definitive answer. Looking forward to Micah’s response ❤
Yes, I love hiking and camping, and I was just thinking about what I'd wear now, since I am classy in style and looking to be elegant on top of that 😀
There are a good number of books and other info on _glamping_ (glamour/glamorous camping). 😊👍 While I am not normally interested in camping, I have looked through those books with longing... Mary Jane Butters (she of the Mary Jane magazine fame) wrote my favorite book on the topic so far. 😊👍
Hi Myka, thank you for this helpful video going over non-obvious things. I liked the question about double dipping the other end of the carrot, ha! Maybe you can do an FAQ of things like that you frequently get asked!
Thank you! I love your content
You're welcome! I'm so glad you find it helpful! 🥰
These were all good reminders. Recently, the hubs and I have joint a dinner party group with 2/3 other couples, and we take turns hosting. The greasy napkin and double dip segments reminded me to ask will there be a what is proper hosting etiquette video next? 🥰 Preferably before March 1 since I’m next to host 😜 Thanks!
Hi! I’ll definitely look into that topic! In the meantime I have a video that was published in December all about table settings + some tips and tricks for hosts of dinner parties. Hope it helps! 🥰
@ ooh thank you, I’ll check it out! I’m so glad you’re back doing regularish, long-form content on YT.
So helpful... thanks so much 😊
You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful 😊
Topics of conversation. I work in healthcare and I always end up taking a history if I’m not careful😂🎉
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Myka and George Costanza agree on the etiquette of double dipping!
Yes, more conversation starters/continuing a conversation ideas. i hate asking questions that sound like I’m interrogating the other person. Lol 😂
How to know what is okay to ask.
I’ll bump the video up on my list!
Yes, this!
Do not ask someone’s age or income. It is generally a massive repellant. The offended person may either lie to you out of spite/self-preservation or they may answer honestly and avoid you from then on.
Thank you for this video, it is very helpful.
I’m glad it was helpful! 😁
Always enjoy your content; I find it helpful and informative. BTW: your top is very flattering on you. It really brings out your eyes.
Thank you!
Yes to conversation starters.
Conversation starters / topics please!!!
Hi Myka. Relatively new to your channel and enjoying it. Would definitely appreciate the conversation starters as well as conversation killers, the what-to-avoid topics other than the usual politics, money, and religion.
Love these tips!!!! There is a few that surprised me. but I will follow. Thank you. Greetings from Arizona!!
I'm glad you found it helpful! 🥰
Myka, thank you for such an informative video! These tips have been helpful, even though some of them really challenged me and I would love to hear some of your conversation starters and suggestions.
You got it! 🥰
Thank you!
I am thoroughly enjoying and appreciating your channel.
I am guilty of dipping then turning the item to the other side while at home. I will Definitely will never do that again!
I’m so glad you found it helpful! 😁
Good tips. Thanks!
Thank you for the video!
I'd love to see a video about conversation starters and "keepers". 😀 I'm an introvert, and a lot of times, I am okay with silence or just observing others, but that makes others uncomfortable. So, I would love to have some phrases to keep the conversations going.)
Wonderful tips!
Glad it was helpful! 😘
I agree. Not saying bye to the host is so rude
Practicing good etiquette at home makes it second nature when going out. I find it puzzling when I get to a dish, like dip, that doesn’t have a serving spoon. It’s more sanitary to dip a small amount onto your plate than dipping from the serving bowl. QUESTION: I’ve attended parties that didn’t stipulate an end time. What’s the proper time to leave in these instances?
Great question! If you are still at a party after 75% of the attendees have left, then it should be time to head out.
Likewise, as a host is it proper etiquette to designate an end time? What about open house style parties?
Great video Myka. You mentioned the pour amount if filling your wine glass at a party. How about a glass of bubbly as the glasses tend to be much smaller than a wine glass?
I love your videos Myka. If someone wants, you to take off your shoes and you do not feel comfortable doing that what would you do? Also, I use to have relatives that felt it was ok to double-dip (I'm divorced now from them) I was always so disgusted by that.
Thank you, Myka. I like to drink Martinis. They typically come filled all the way to the top. What is an acceptable way to drink it when it's filled so high? I've always wanted to know this. Thank you!!
What about arriving early? I’ve always been told being late is rude and try to be early for any meetings or appointments. Is this true for parties, even at friend’s homes? I feel like I’m adding pressure by arriving a few minutes early although I just want to be helpful. My husband feels it is rude to be on time or late. What are your thoughts?
Note: If you are a host don't disappear on your guests for an hour and then be surprised when some people have left without saying "good-bye".
I would add to fit the dress code, and not to be over or under dressed.
Regarding overstaying your welcome: This is something I often experience when hosting, and I wonder if there’s a polite way to indicate or subtly suggest that you’d like to go to bed soon?
My friends who host a lot, start dimming the lights, next they turn off music, then begin to turn lights off in the outer rooms working their way inward. 😅
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You are missing your signature red lipstick.
I would love to watch this but your hands move way too much for me to listen.
Tip: if you’re watching it on your phone or a tablet just zoom in a little bit toward her face cutting out the hands it would work great for you
Thank you for this video! 🤍It has always been an interest of mine, to be proper and respectful while I dine and with friends and family! And, yes! Conversation starters and the continual conversation tips, would be fantastic!!
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