The do's and don'ts of being a plus-one

Halloween is nigh! Do you have your costume ready? Sophie Strauss, "stylist for regular people" and Halloween enthusiast, shares tips to DIY a costume without spending big bucks or a lot of time. This episode originally aired on Oct 17, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSi ... Show More

Should you tell a colleague that you heard they might be fired? A stranger that they have spinach in their teeth? Your followers that you just won a big award? In this episode of Life Kit, reporter Andee Tagle speaks with social psychologist Vanessa Bohns, author of the new book ... Show More

If you often overextend yourself or struggle to uphold your boundaries, telling people "no" might not feel easy. But Caroline Sylge, author of the book, How to Retreat: A Guide to Stepping Away from the Everyday to Find Space for Your Self, says that learning to say "no" might ju ... Show More

<p>Welcome back Chins & Giggles fam! On this week's episode we catch up with Karina and Mayra on all the fun events from last week... and Wedding season is officially here! Let's talk about the dos and don'ts of being a Wedding Guest. We want to hear from you so tell us all about ... Show More

<p>This week, Hillary is joined by shopping editor Indya Brown and Associate Director of Special Projects Kristen Nichols, who are here to tell us everything we need to know to be the best dressed wedding guests at any and all summer nuptials. They’re breaking down what exactly c ... Show More

On today’s show, we take your questions on a camping birthday bash, sympathy cards in lieu of funeral attendance, when to begin at a banquet, and how to handle plus-ones for wedding invitations. For Awesome Etiquette community members, your question of the week is about a gift ca ... Show More

When it comes to weddings, we often feel a sense of bliss and optimism. This week, we'll discuss the good and the bad that comes with merging two families. In one story, we have peeping in-laws. In another, we have a bridesmaid that wishes to excuse herself entirely. On today's e ... Show More

On today’s show, we take your questions on inherited dishes you don’t love, going to a wedding when you don’t know the couple well, and being invited to coach your boyfriend on etiquette. For community members, we have a question about handling backhanded compliments. Plus, your ... Show More

Welcome back fam, this week we cover the best man at our wedding, clogging the shower drain, NA meetings, the budget for the senate (obviously), and eating styrofoam. Thanks for listening squad, check out our IG @lightweightspod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lightwe ... Show More

How to be a good guest, what to do if you don't want to act as an accountability partner - and Elizabeth grills for the first time. Get in touch: @gretchenrubin; @elizabethcraft; podcast@gretchenrubin.com; happiercast.com/139; 774-277-9336. To learn more about listener data and o ... Show More

This week we're talking about lifehacks, bridal party drama, and how to deal with awkward friend situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

Gather ‘round this week as I discuss where we’re at in our wedding planning journey, my bridal shower, and what the kittens have done to my office. We also discuss the White Lotus finale, and get into confidence and how I embrace my curls during story time. Leave me a voicemail h ... Show More

On today’s show, we take your questions on getting everyone involved at a wedding, the curse of the copy edit, sending acknowledgments to condolences, and a guest of honor who doesn’t want to participate. For Awesome Etiquette Community Members, our question is about non-invitati ... Show More