Some “polite” behaviors backfire. Research shows people dislike over-apologizing, hedging emails, forced small talk, ...

For some people, there's a big lingering problem in their lives. Now, usually, they can't tell that it's a problem — and maybe that is the problem right there. Being too polite isn't just something ...

We've all been there. You want to come across as kind, considerate, and thoughtful in social situations. So you smile warmly, apologize when needed, and keep your voice soft and measured. These are ...

You mean well, but some of the things you do in an attempt to be polite may actually bother the people in your life. Here's how to fix that. “Being polite isn’t about following complicated rules, ...

When it comes to qualities we respect in people, it's rare to find someone who won't include "being polite" on their list. That said, though, politeness can be a double-edged sword — and, indeed, some ...

Does AI deserve to be spoken to politely? Forty-eight percent of Americans think so and Gen Z are the nicest to robots. And manners may count for something because four in 10 Americans (39%) think one ...

Most children are inherently rowdy with minimum manners. Growing up in a loving home, good parents teach their children arguably the most important lesson of them all: to just be kids. While this ...

Most of us go out of our way to be polite, whether it be holding a door open, saying thank you all day long, or complimenting someone's dress. We all know that it's nice to be nice, and that it can ...

Makuochi Echebiri is a News Writer for Collider. He has been interested in creative writing from as far back as high school, and he would consume pretty much anything that’s film or TV. However, his ...