Has flirt crossed the line in relationships
Readers discuss where flirting ends and cheating begins. Advice covers clear consent, transparency with spouses, and how to handle possible online or in person flirty conduct. The column urges honest talk and confronting suspected issues with one's partner.
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Small talk tips to boost comfort at social gatherings
Edward Eveld Knight Ridder Newspapers reports experts say small talk builds connection and offers rewards. Debra Fine and Victoria Kandt advise preparing, using open questions, and reading cues to move conversations forward while avoiding overreach or monopolizing moments.
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Miss Manners on guests turning habitues and birth announcements
Judith Martin advises that guests should not be pressured to clean up. habitues should pitch in and avoid turning a guest space into a living room routine. For birth announcements, grandparents may share the news with their friends, but mothers should not be compelled to send cards to strangers.
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