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Hello Lessons

The Way I See It | Leslie Anne Tarabella Life Skills

Have you ever met a child that didn’t say “hello” or look someone in the eye? Many parents might say the child is shy…but what if they’re just stubborn? Leslie Anne Tarabella tackled this situation when her son wouldn’t greet someone he had just met. Rather than let it go, she used the situation as an opportunity for “hello lessons”. An exclusive on the How Do I? dock, catch this exceptional advice about correcting a simple behavior that will have a massive impact for the rest of a child’s life!

Flag Etiquette

Protocol Conversations | Life Skills Monica Earley

Monica Earley is back for another Protocol Conversation, and this month, she’s discussing flag etiquette. You’ll hear about who has authorization to set a flag to half-staff and when, how to be respectful at a sporting event, the proper way to display and take down your flag, and more!

Napkins

Protocol Conversations | Life Skills Monica Earley

Monica Earley—former Special Operations Chief Protocol Officer—is back and leading the conversation about accepted codes of behavior in every situation. In this episode, she’s covering napkins and answering questions like…what does dough and a towel have in common, is there a correct side of the plate to place your napkin, what kind of napkin is believed to be used at the Last Supper, and more! Get it all in this Protocol Conversation!

Unplug

The Way I See It | Lauren Bradford Life Skills

We live in a world that’s always “on,” but what happens when we finally hit pause? In this edition of The Way I See It, Lauren Bradford explores our constant connection to screens and the toll it takes on our health, relationships, and peace of mind. Drawing from her own experience creating “Unplug: The Digital Diet Plan,” Lauren shares practical ways to find balance—reminding us that technology is a great tool… just not a great master.

Nametags

Protocol Conversations | Life Skills Monica Earley

Monica Earley—former Special Operations Chief Protocol Officer—is back and leading the conversation about accepted codes of behavior in every situation. In this episode, she’s covering name tags—the history, purpose, placement, and more! (You’ll be surprised by what you will learn!). By the way, did you know there’s a national name tag day? Get it all in this Protocol Conversation!

Intentionally Humble

Writers | Andy Andrews Life Skills

The practice of becoming humble is one that can really be developed by making use of a simple yet very interesting and rewarding habit to add into your family’s daily life. First, let’s take a moment to discuss the roots of being humble. Because the roots of being humble are all about one thing—other people.

Handshaking

Protocol Conversations | Life Skills Monica Earley

In this new series, Chief of Protocol for Air Force Special Operations Monica Earley will lead conversations about accepted codes of behavior in every situation. Protocol Conversation #1: Handshaking

Why Manners?

The Way I See It | Leslie Anne Tarabella Life Skills Monica Earley

It’s been said that good manners will open doors that the best education cannot, and this week, Leslie Anne Tarabella and Monica Earley are sitting down to discuss the importance of manners in business or social situations. In this quick discussion, you’ll hear how Leslie Anne guided their son to greeting new people in a proper way, how Monica trains others to get better at small talk, and why lingering around a casual dinner can sometimes be the best way to entertain guests.