Rule #1: Learn a person’s name and use it in your conversation. When introduced to a person for the first time, it is easy to let the name fly right over your head. The reason for that is our mind is already busy taking in a lot of other things about this new person. Therefore, it is necessary to focus attention on one thing and that is hearing the name clearly. If at first you do not get the name, ask the person to repeat it. They won’t mind doing this. During the conversation use their name but don’t overdo it. You can start by saying, John, it is good…

“Being considerate, respectful, and honest is more important than knowing which fork to use.” – Emily Post Institute’s golden rule For Christians, etiquette is far more than knowing which fork to use. Because Christians represent Jesus Christ, it is of an essence that our actions are in accord with what the Bible teaches. The Christian standard for behavior is found in 1 Corinthians 10:31, which says, “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” The Christian goal should always be to honor and glorify God; that means not only in church but also at the mall, at work or anywhere…

Eat Less Leanne Redman, associate professor of clinical sciences at Pennington Biomedical Research in Baton Rouge, La., said, “People who reduced their caloric intake by just 15 percent over two years experienced a significant decrease in their metabolism, according to a small clinical trial.” Studies in animals, where food intake was restricted, have shown that improvement in metabolism and in biomarkers results in aging slower and living longer, up to 40% longer in some animals. Humans who share these characteristics with animals, lower metabolism and better biomarkers, whether they have a reduced diet or not, live longer. According to researchers, “People who live longer lives generally have lower core body…