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The Art of Being a Good Guest—5 Tips That Will Get You Invited Back

Social etiquette could be considered a lost art. With of bit of practice, you can bring it back.
The Art of Being a Good Guest—5 Tips That Will Get You Invited Back
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Rachel Ann T. Melegrito
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The holidays have arrived, and with them come festive invitations to dinner parties, family gatherings, potlucks, and gift exchanges. You want to be on those guest lists, and more importantly, you want to be invited back.

According to a 2023 OnePoll survey commissioned by Avocado Green Mattress, two in three Americans tell guests to “make themselves at home,” only to regret it when guests overindulge or leave a mess.

Rachel Ann T. Melegrito
Rachel Ann T. Melegrito
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Rachel Melegrito worked as an occupational therapist, specializing in neurological cases. Melegrito also taught university courses in basic sciences and professional occupational therapy. She earned a master's degree in childhood development and education in 2019. Since 2020, Melegrito has written extensively on health topics for various publications and brands.