An acquaintance recently invited me and my family to dinner. Caught up in the moment, I replied “yes.” As soon as she walked away, I panicked. That month was incredibly busy, and we were already ...

Turning down an invitation can be difficult. We all know the situation: It was a tough week. Your social batteries are empty and all you want to do is lie on your couch and watch your favorite TV show ...

When opting out of a gathering, Parker recommends following this formula: acknowledge the invitation; honor something about it, like the host’s creativity or vision; express gratitude for the fact ...