{"product_id":"choosing-civility","title":"Choosing Civility","description":"Most people would agree that thoughtful behavior and common decency are in short supply, or simply forgotten in hurried lives of emails, cellphones, and multi-tasking. In Choosing Civility, P. M. Forni identifies the twenty-five rules that are most essential in connecting effectively and happily with others. In clear, witty, and, well...civilized language, Forni covers topics that include:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Think Twice Before Asking Favors\u003cbr\u003e* Give Constructive Criticism\u003cbr\u003e* Refrain from Idle Complaints\u003cbr\u003e* Respect Others' Opinions\u003cbr\u003e* Don't Shift Responsibility and Blame\u003cbr\u003e* Care for Your Guests\u003cbr\u003e* Accept and Give Praise\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, Forni provides examples of how to put each rule into practice and so make life-and the lives of others-more enjoyable, companionable, and rewarding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoosing Civility is a simple, practical, perfectly measured, and quietly magical handbook on the lost art of civility and compassion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Insightful meditation on how changing the way we think can improve our daily lives. ... A deft exploration that urges us to think before speaking.” ―Kirkus, Starred Review","brand":"Macmillan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47829669576930,"sku":"MTO-MACMILLAN-2026-05-22-8.55-2193","price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/9898\/5881\/files\/book_192_etPEIlbl5.jpg?v=1779789405","url":"https:\/\/layitflat.com\/en-ca\/products\/choosing-civility","provider":"Lay it Flat Publishing Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}