Rules of small talk

We can behave easily and at ease in the warm company of loved ones and chat on any topic. But secularism It is necessary to behave according to certain rules and clearly observe the boundaries of what is allowed in the conversation. After all, not being able to behave in the modern world and not knowing the rules of etiquette is to go against society, exposing yourself in the best light.



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Knowledge of how to properly conduct small talk will be useful not only at business events, but also at weddings, anniversaries, corporate events - in any place where unfamiliar people gather. Editorial "Site" will talk about 5 topics that can not be discussed where more than two people are gathered. How to answer questions in a secular society.

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Small talk

1. Family and relationships
   Remember, no gossip or bragging. Your goal is to prove yourself from the best side. Therefore, you should never boast about a relationship on the side or discuss someone’s family. First, family is everyone’s pain point. Don't you think you can hurt someone by saying bad things about their father or their mother or their children, let alone their intimate relationships? Second, you never know what's going on inside someone else's family. Third, you don’t know who a person is in relation to the person you’re discussing. It is enough for strangers to know if you are married and if you have children. Everything else is taboo.
   
   
   
   
   
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2. Money.
   Everyone’s favorite topic is who earns how much, where he dresses, where he goes. But in secular society, only uneducated people talk about this. For example, if you’re discussing travel, name the country or city you’ve visited, but don’t name the hotel or what it is. You don’t know what kind of vacation people can afford, and the name of the hotel will immediately reveal your financial situation. There are those you won’t surprise with your trip, and vice versa, maybe someone will envy you. Each option won't do you any good. Inappropriate question: "God, what a dress!" How much did you pay? How do you react? Smile nicely, "This is a gift!" Transfer the conversation to another topic. Everything.
   
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3. Health
   The main thing is not to whine about what you have pain, what you suffer from, who died from what and what the doctor told you at the last appointment. Think about who wants your problems? People come to relax or make useful acquaintances. Don’t talk about someone’s physical disability or illness. Always say that everything is fine and will be even better.
   
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4. Religion
   To argue about religion, to speak negatively about another’s religion is taboo. Never engage in such discussions if you consider yourself an educated and respectable person.
   
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5. Politics
   So many people, so many opinions. Everyone has their own vision and political preferences. Why would you want to be in a bad place? To maintain a conversation on a political topic, it is enough to state what rights and restrictions the regulation gives, or to explain the main idea of the party / organization. You have to show that you are aware of the matter, but you should not give any assessment.
   
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Nine things should be kept secret: age, wealth, crevice in the house, prayer, composition of medicine, love affair, gift, honor and dishonor. And if the person is too intrusive in his question, do not be afraid to answer: “I would not like to talk about it.” Develop the ability to talk about everything and nothing. Then you will always appear intelligent and reasonable in the eyes of society. And leave heartfelt conversations for warm meetings with friends and family.

We also advise you to remember the 16 rules of etiquette that we often break.

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