Do's for Good Conversation

 I saw these do's for a good southern conversation on a blog at Sweet Southern Prep and loved them!  I am borrowing them to post on here...I think they are all very true and great advice when out socializing! :)  I am glad I had the chance to brush up on a few of these useful tips!

 

Southern Do's for a Good Conversation

(Social Graces by Ann Platz and Susan Wales)

 

• Share the conversation. Let everyone take a turn.
• Keep the talk interesting and light.
• Never embarrass your hostess.
• Never ask what something costs.
• Never use rude or shocking language.
• Keep personal problems private, especially at another's expense.
• Be sincere with your compliments.
• Correct your spouse's etiquette, grammar, or behavior in private.
• Talk with the people on your left and on your right when dining.
• Be honest.
• Listen carefully.
• Be respectful.
• Learn to compromise.