Must-Know Social Etiquette

1. When someone asks you to do something, agree if you can; refuse if you can't. (Don't hesitate or be indecisive, be straightforward and decisive.)
2. When someone shows you a photo, do not casually flip to the next one without permission. (Flipping to the next photo without permission is very impolite.)
3. When you help someone, and they thank you, accept it graciously. (This avoids awkwardness for both parties.)
4. Believe in fate; cherish when it comes, let go when it leaves. (Fate is predestined; what’s yours won’t leave, and what’s not won’t stay.)
5. Before a matter is settled, do not tell anyone. (Stay low-key to avoid others mocking or gossiping.)
6. Only pain can cause people to change; gentle persuasion won't. (People won’t learn from being lectured; they learn best through experience.)
7. Don’t be too honest with your parents; don’t tell them everything. (Like an open sieve, they can’t keep secrets; they’ll spill small things easily.)
8. Don’t think of others too highly or too poorly. (Focus on being your best; mind your own business regarding others.)
9. If the conversation isn’t going well, don’t force it. (If your views differ, don’t try to force a connection; exit the circle that doesn’t accept you.)
10. Don’t share your joy of success with just anyone. (Many wish you well, but no one hopes you do better than they do.)