There’s a reason we Americans love to watch and learn about the Royal Family in England. After all, it’s fun to imagine what life as a real princess might be like. However, even if you never attain a royal title, you can still treat your friends and family with a princess-like attitude of kindness and grace. In this blog post, I will discuss manners for kids and how you can help your girls grow as “princesses” in their actions and attitudes.
Rules to Remember as a Princess
- A princess never uses or borrows something without permission.
- A princess remembers to say “Please”, “Thank you”, “Excuse me” or “Pardon me”.
- A princess must have proper sleep and does not stay out past 10 PM.
- A princess does not ask for favors but does favors for others.
- A princess knows the proper way to sit.
- A princess knows how to accept a compliment and how to give a compliment in a genuine manner.
- A princess always writes a Thank You note and knows how to write a handwritten Thank You note using the four-step method.
- A princess practices the five steps of using a napkin properly.
- A princess knows how to use a paper napkin.
- A princess knows to pass the Salt and Pepper shaker together.
- A princess eats pizza while dining at the table with a knife and fork.
- A princess eats fried chicken with a knife and fork.
- A princess knows how to eat green soup.
- A princess knows how to make a proper toast:
- Hold your glass properly.
- Get everyone’s attention.
- Do not talk during a toast.
- A princess does not use the word “I”, but instead uses the word “We”.
- A princess knows how to pause under pressure.
- A princess is always groomed when facing the public.
- A princess always has control of pets etc…
- A princess knows how to connect to all people.
- A princess understands the importance of studying other cultures.
- A princess knows how to work a room to engage with all and to make sure that all are made to feel welcome.
- A princess has table manners.
- A princess engages in proper conversation.
- A princess must keep a gallery page to showcase her daily work.
- A princess keeps records of all gifts.
- A princess knows how to give and receive gifts.
- A princess studies her guests and their needs before they arrive.
- A princess knows how to cut meat, eat bread, eat dessert etc.
- A princess knows how to enter a room with a “wow effect”. This includes:
- Introductions: Who, Where, What and When – Not introducing people to yourself and to each other makes them feel invisible.
- Standing: When to stand and when to sit.
- A princess knows what to wear.
- A princess knows about forks, knives and spoons…how many and when to use.
- A princess knows the methods of dining, such as Continental Dining, American Dining and French Dining.
- A princess knows how to get in and out of a car.
How to Think Tall: Princess Behavior in Everyday Life
Of course, a princess doesn’t just have excellent outward behavior. She also has character and is a sincere, kind person. Simply put, she loves people and thinks of others more than herself. When a young lady does this, her manners and etiquette become secondary to her soul. She is a princess!
In addition, these tips don’t just apply to children…they also apply to teens and women in business professional, school or personal settings. Positive self-esteem, confidence and good social graces transcend all borders and cultures.
- A princess knows how to enter a cathedral.
- A princess always respects and honors her government.
- A princess never talks in a negative way about her family.
- A princess always says a blessing before a meal.
- A princess understands that courage is not the absence of fear, but the judgment that something else is more important.
- A princess does not talk about herself, but instead asks about others. She knows how to get others to speak about themselves.
- A princess prays and takes time to reflect on the needs of others.
- Above all, a princess “gives thanks to God” for all.
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