Experts share how to navigate pandemic etiquette while honoring what makes you feel comfortable without offending others.

Events are back, but theyre not like they were before.

Lauren Gus is the executive vice president of leadership at entertainment company Superfly.

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Etiquette is really about putting others at ease.

This darn pandemiquette has really taken on a life of its own.

They discuss how to navigate ever-evolving pandemic etiquette while honoring what makes you feel comfortable without offending others.

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Elaine Swann is one of the most nationally recognized lifestyle and etiquette experts in the country. She’s the founder of The Swann School of Protocol, an institution committed to enriching the lives of individuals through the instruction of etiquette and social courtesies.

When it comes to large events, its imperative to do your research before you go.

Gus says to check the venues website or social media for the rules.

And even within that, even within the same city, its changing constantly.

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It gets murkier when it comes to smaller events held among loved ones.

For example, is it rude toask your party guests to show proof of vaccination?

Not really, says Swann.

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First and foremost, it is appropriate to do because this is our new world that we live in.

So when you send out the invitation tell people what your intent is.

But if you lead with respect and open communication, its possible to overcome any initial discomfort.

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Andonce were fully on the other side of this, our social interactions may be better for it.

Weve gone through a lot, weve seen a lot, and experienced quite a bit, says Swann.

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