Could you make a video on how to be elegant and dress properly in educational places like universities? And also how to kindly reject or argue with people that are against us? That would be great. Dress code or etiquette is not much practiced here in Iran but I would LOVE to learn more!!!
Great comments. I am 68 and remember taking an etiquette class at a local department store when I was young. 12? 13? Unfortunately this sort of class isn’t considered necessary or “cool” anymore. That’s why we see so many slobs (male and female) today. Boys/girls and men/women need to learn some basic etiquette rules.
I got your book in the mail this morning! I love your twist on etiquette as a way to show respect to others and ourselves and I look forward to reading your personal experience!
Ahh thank you!!! Thrilled to have your support and I truly hope you enjoy it!! The first chapter is my favorite as it shows if I can do it, anyone can :)
My mom would absolutely agree with you about chewing gum (and the rest of your tips as well!). I didn’t understand her aversion to seeing people chew gum when I was younger, but I’ve come to agree more or less. One caveat is that chewing gum can be very calming to someone with anxiety or special needs (it’s a therapist recommended coping mechanism for my son) and it definitely beats the alternative of cracking one’s knuckles. 😅
I think I committed every etiquette blunder you mention in this video, in my teenage years :-). I feel the same about chewing gum, it just looks bad. I intuitively stopped doing that many years ago. The other tips, even keeping mouth totally closed while eating, require mindfulness. Thank you for these tips. They should be taught in elementary school!
Dear Myka, I endorse the work you produce. Your posts on Instagram are the quintessence of the concise, joyful, and astute way of delivering useful information. I find that etiquette and manners harmoniously tell my story without me resorting to the monotonous monologue about my persona. The only issue with modern ways of teaching the etiquette I have is that it does not fully reflect its heritage and the information varies from person to person. I realise how one should conduct oneself evolved over the years. For I grew up in a quite traditional household, where my grandparents were able to pass certain manners down to me that make me unique in an old-fashioned way. Despite my previous point, I find that your ways of presenting this topic and the ideas you outline resonate with me, and for that, I am appreciative that I found your channel. I wish you the best of luck in your endeavours.
Thank you! I already knew I needed to give up my trident gum, I typically only chew while driving to a meeting/appointment but now it has to go! Thank you, I love your videos 😊
It used to be that these things were common sense and now they are not. I am thrilled that you have these videos. I was in church and this married lady was chewing gum and popping bubbles while the Preacher was speaking. Now I am hard of hearing and she was that loud. Another bad habit people display is putting their feet on your chair. Either behind or over the tops of chairs. Why, oh why? Your feet should be on the floor, not near my face or under my chair where the music books go!
I made the modern faux pax of bringing a gift to a wedding ( I guess they are now sent through the wedding website these days), the wedding planner had no idea what to do with said gift and let me know I had inconvenienced her. Then I never got a thank you note. I have no idea if the couple got the gift. Oh and in addition to an actual gift there was cash in the card. Grooms mom said the couple didn’t send out thank you cards. When my boys each got married this year I made them promise they would send out thank you cards. It’s the least people can do to thank guests for gifts.
How awful, I really feel for you! I've been to weddings with similar outcomes. I don't understand why some people don't send thank you notes?! Surely this is just good manners, something everyone can possess regardless of class, money, etc. I'm sorry you experienced this.
YES! I made it for all ages. Just yesterday in my live session (which you get as a part of your enrollment) I had a lovely lady also in her 60s join. We have had people in their 20s to 60s so far take the course and that's only month one! Hope to meet you soon.
Great video! My father always stressed the 'no gum' rule for us growing up, and to this day, I turn down gum when offered. I hadn't thought about breath strips being more elegant than mints, but you're right! I definitely have a tendency to crunch my mint!
Thank you, Myka. I recently read your wonderful etiquette book that should be required reading. I banned gum-not only I can’t stand the taste when it loses it flavor, i also can’t stand the chewing sounds. I am also a big believer in writing thank you notes (I usually use notes with my full name) by hand. It shows people you care and respect them. 💕💐
Always a thrill to see a new video from you! You’re so warm and engaging, it’s like getting life lessons from your super chic friend :) Also LOVE that sweater on you! Do you mind sharing where it’s from? Lots of love to you, Myka!
Thank you for a beautiful and smart presentation. What would you say or advise would be an elegant way to cloth yourself when cleaning a barn / mucking stalls . As you know its a dirty job but you want to present your self in a good way and not look like a slob. This might also go for gardening and working outside around your property as well. Thank Kind Regards M
I'm certainly a fan of etiquette and courtesy in general - so enjoy what you do. Thank you! But just for the sake of exploration, I am wondering if some of our cultures etiquette rules truly serve our society, or if we sometimes perpetuate negative stigmas which might stem from tradition and have less to do with communicating respect? For example, I'm thinking of children (and adults) with sensory processing disorders where body movements, and specifically chewing is helpful input to allow their minds and bodies to calm and focus. Gum would seem a natural/more socially acceptable substitute for clothing, nails, lips, or pencils, no? Is it necessary/ helpful to view their self management/self care as unrefined. Or can we just be fine with viewing a chewing mouth? Where does the negative stigma come from with chewing (is the rationale that eating itself is uncouth? Disrespectful?) and is the stigma worth perpetuating? I don't have answers, but thought I'd share some thoughts that came up as I listed. Again, thank you for helping spread the joy of courtesy and kindness! All the best!
Myka, this picture of me with my dog was me hiking in the mountains. But my hair is actually insanely curly. Now I’m on NC and the humidity is making it worse. I never feel polished with curly hair. And to make matters worse, I’m allergic to everything outside and was on Prednisone for nearly two years, so now I am overweight with horrible curly hair. Nothing looks nice on me and my hair always seems unruly. I feel so frumpy. Help
Language and vocabulary really set people apart. Polished people don't use teenager-speak because it doesn't seem so grown up. For example a fifteen year old girl might say 'impor-int' instead of fully pronouncing 'important'. A polished person wouldn't say that. My advise is try to adopt more grown-up ways of speaking if you are still hanging on to that younger way of expressing yourself.
What about the abdomen area of shirts I seem to wear them out quickly. At first they just look slightly pilled, when would one determine the point of purging? I have been trying to stand back 3 feet to see what I notice. Any other advice?
Could you make a video on how to be elegant and dress properly in educational places like universities? And also how to kindly reject or argue with people that are against us? That would be great. Dress code or etiquette is not much practiced here in Iran but I would LOVE to learn more!!!
Great suggestion- thank you! Let me see what I can do for you :)
I would love something for university students too!
@@mykameier7474 Thank you so much!
Great comments. I am 68 and remember taking an etiquette class at a local department store when I was young. 12? 13? Unfortunately this sort of class isn’t considered necessary or “cool” anymore. That’s why we see so many slobs (male and female) today. Boys/girls and men/women need to learn some basic etiquette rules.
Great tips, Myka. My mother always stressed the importance of writing thank you cards as it really does show genuine gratitude
Makes all the difference, I agree!
Yes
My mother was from the south.
My DOG sends thank-you notes!
😂😂😂😂
Sparkle On ! Love your classes I’m 75 .
Thank you so much!!! :)
I got your book in the mail this morning! I love your twist on etiquette as a way to show respect to others and ourselves and I look forward to reading your personal experience!
Ahh thank you!!! Thrilled to have your support and I truly hope you enjoy it!! The first chapter is my favorite as it shows if I can do it, anyone can :)
@@mykameier7474 💌💌💌
I’m thrilled I found your channel. It’s never too late to learn to be more elegant.
My mom would absolutely agree with you about chewing gum (and the rest of your tips as well!). I didn’t understand her aversion to seeing people chew gum when I was younger, but I’ve come to agree more or less. One caveat is that chewing gum can be very calming to someone with anxiety or special needs (it’s a therapist recommended coping mechanism for my son) and it definitely beats the alternative of cracking one’s knuckles. 😅
I think I committed every etiquette blunder you mention in this video, in my teenage years :-). I feel the same about chewing gum, it just looks bad. I intuitively stopped doing that many years ago. The other tips, even keeping mouth totally closed while eating, require mindfulness. Thank you for these tips. They should be taught in elementary school!
AGREE!!!! Start early and it becomes a habit
Dear Myka, I endorse the work you produce. Your posts on Instagram are the quintessence of the concise, joyful, and astute way of delivering useful information. I find that etiquette and manners harmoniously tell my story without me resorting to the monotonous monologue about my persona.
The only issue with modern ways of teaching the etiquette I have is that it does not fully reflect its heritage and the information varies from person to person. I realise how one should conduct oneself evolved over the years. For I grew up in a quite traditional household, where my grandparents were able to pass certain manners down to me that make me unique in an old-fashioned way.
Despite my previous point, I find that your ways of presenting this topic and the ideas you outline resonate with me, and for that, I am appreciative that I found your channel. I wish you the best of luck in your endeavours.
Thank you for such kind words. I agree etiquette and customs vary so much depending the country or culture we are in. So true!
Thank you! I already knew I needed to give up my trident gum, I typically only chew while driving to a meeting/appointment but now it has to go! Thank you, I love your videos 😊
It used to be that these things were common sense and now they are not. I am thrilled that you have these videos. I was in church and this married lady was chewing gum and popping bubbles while the Preacher was speaking. Now I am hard of hearing and she was that loud. Another bad habit people display is putting their feet on your chair. Either behind or over the tops of chairs. Why, oh why? Your feet should be on the floor, not near my face or under my chair where the music books go!
You are the sweetest person I’ve ever seen in you tube. I adore you for your warm personality. God bless you and your family ❣️🌸💐
I made the modern faux pax of bringing a gift to a wedding ( I guess they are now sent through the wedding website these days), the wedding planner had no idea what to do with said gift and let me know I had inconvenienced her. Then I never got a thank you note. I have no idea if the couple got the gift. Oh and in addition to an actual gift there was cash in the card. Grooms mom said the couple didn’t send out thank you cards. When my boys each got married this year I made them promise they would send out thank you cards. It’s the least people can do to thank guests for gifts.
How awful, I really feel for you! I've been to weddings with similar outcomes. I don't understand why some people don't send thank you notes?! Surely this is just good manners, something everyone can possess regardless of class, money, etc. I'm sorry you experienced this.
Thank you for the time to teach us
I am 69 years young. I am enjoying your information and thinking about taking your course. Do you recommend it for my age?
YES! I made it for all ages. Just yesterday in my live session (which you get as a part of your enrollment) I had a lovely lady also in her 60s join. We have had people in their 20s to 60s so far take the course and that's only month one! Hope to meet you soon.
You are really the queen of etiquette.Love your videos mam.
Great video! My father always stressed the 'no gum' rule for us growing up, and to this day, I turn down gum when offered. I hadn't thought about breath strips being more elegant than mints, but you're right! I definitely have a tendency to crunch my mint!
Gum chewing looks childish and there is also the unsanitary aspect of disposing of it. Spitting your gum out does not look classy.
Yay new video from dear Myka!!!!I know It's gonna be a great video when I haven't even watched it yet !!!
You're the best
Wonderful tips! I so appreciate your highlighting areas in which we can be more conscious of our actions and mannerisms.
Thank you! Yes I wanted to give alternatives and not just point out what was wrong :)
I always learn something new from you. 🙂
That makes me so happy!
Great! Thank you!
Thank you, Myka. I recently read your wonderful etiquette book that should be required reading. I banned gum-not only I can’t stand the taste when it loses it flavor, i also can’t stand the chewing sounds. I am also a big believer in writing thank you notes (I usually use notes with my full name) by hand. It shows people you care and respect them. 💕💐
Myka, I absolutely love your book, Modern Etiquette Made Easy. I have two baby girls who will be raised with these principles. Thank you!
Helpful advice. Thank you.
Always a thrill to see a new video from you! You’re so warm and engaging, it’s like getting life lessons from your super chic friend :) Also LOVE that sweater on you! Do you mind sharing where it’s from? Lots of love to you, Myka!
I appreciate everything you said. Thank you. Also, would you share the lipstick you are wearing? I love the shade.
Great video i love the hand etiquette when pointing. 👋👌
Thank you for all the wonderful tips.
Being elegant means being mature. Good looking. Well speaking.
So glad I found you. I would love to see you with your hair down.
Yay another Video from Myka! 😊
XOXOXO
Love your channel keep it coming and best of luck to you ♥
Can you do a video with tips on how to be more elegant in school?
Good idea. Any specific age group when you say school?
@@mykameier7474 I was thinking around high school, university/ college but you could just do school in general...
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Good to know.
Loveeee your videos Myka! This one was so informative:)))) Thank you for sharing!
Great tips. So relevant. So easy to do in order to elevate your poise.
Hello 👋🏽 Myka. Thank you for the great tips in this video. I’m afraid I’m guilty of some of these etiquette faux pas. I hope I can improve 😊
YES!! you absolutely can! Catching yourself is the hardest part!
I love this foundation!!!!
You are a joy
💕 Thanks for sharing this.
my pleasure!!!
Another great video Myka! Thank you!❤
xoxoxoxoox thank you!!!
Thank you Myka!❤️
for you all, anything!!!
Great ettiquite tips, as always. Thank you very much!
Great video, thank you Myka!
thank you Rosie!!!
Thank you 😊 noted
Fab video, Myka! I'm curious... what's your beautiful nail colour and brand? I'm looking for a shade similar to yours. Thanks so much xx
Yes! It's called "Baby Take a Vow" by OPI
@@mykameier7474 many thanks!
The beautiful, the glorious, the helpful steamer!
Thank you for a beautiful and smart presentation. What would you say or advise would be an elegant way to cloth yourself when cleaning a barn / mucking stalls . As you know its a dirty job but you want to present your self in a good way and not look like a slob. This might also go for gardening and working outside around your property as well. Thank Kind Regards M
Also to boot we live in Sarasota Fl ( hi) - and as you know its hot and humid esp summertime and barn work is 365 :O)
Fabulous 👍🏻
xoxo
I just received a text 4 a thank you. Mot the biggest deal ,, still annoying,,,, people text cause they DON'T care to converse in many situations....
Thankyou.
But I love my velvet scrunchies!!!!!!
I'm certainly a fan of etiquette and courtesy in general - so enjoy what you do. Thank you!
But just for the sake of exploration, I am wondering if some of our cultures etiquette rules truly serve our society, or if we sometimes perpetuate negative stigmas which might stem from tradition and have less to do with communicating respect?
For example, I'm thinking of children (and adults) with sensory processing disorders where body movements, and specifically chewing is helpful input to allow their minds and bodies to calm and focus. Gum would seem a natural/more socially acceptable substitute for clothing, nails, lips, or pencils, no? Is it necessary/ helpful to view their self management/self care as unrefined. Or can we just be fine with viewing a chewing mouth?
Where does the negative stigma come from with chewing (is the rationale that eating itself is uncouth? Disrespectful?) and is the stigma worth perpetuating?
I don't have answers, but thought I'd share some thoughts that came up as I listed.
Again, thank you for helping spread the joy of courtesy and kindness! All the best!
it’s Paton time & I enjoy seeing the girls dressed in long formals but they don’t know how to stand or sit in them
Prom time
I'm on it :)
Myka, this picture of me with my dog was me hiking in the mountains. But my hair is actually insanely curly. Now I’m on NC and the humidity is making it worse. I never feel polished with curly hair. And to make matters worse, I’m allergic to everything outside and was on Prednisone for nearly two years, so now I am overweight with horrible curly hair. Nothing looks nice on me and my hair always seems unruly. I feel so frumpy. Help
Language and vocabulary really set people apart. Polished people don't use teenager-speak because it doesn't seem so grown up. For example a fifteen year old girl might say 'impor-int' instead of fully pronouncing 'important'. A polished person wouldn't say that. My advise is try to adopt more grown-up ways of speaking if you are still hanging on to that younger way of expressing yourself.
What about the abdomen area of shirts I seem to wear them out quickly. At first they just look slightly pilled, when would one determine the point of purging? I have been trying to stand back 3 feet to see what I notice. Any other advice?
Sometimes you don’t have an email or home address, if you only have a cell # isn’t it best to reach out quickly and say thank you?
Hi Myka, will your books translate in turkish?
New subscriber here, thank you.
Love u meier
Dear Myka, can we stay in beret on at work or should we take it off?
i wish parents would still teach etiquette.
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xoxo
India Ogilvie this is very interesting.
Gum chewing: Like a cow chewing it's cud.
I’m not a hater… I just feel like you are promoting yourself?
It is her channel and livelihood.
What else should she do on her channel? 😂
Plus she is also giving valuable information! 💅
So you’re saying you are elegant???
whats the problem ? lol what a hater
Yes she is
Thank you! Can you please make a video about how to respond when someone asks you a rude question, or about something that is none of their business?
Ohhhhh very good one. Yes