In part 2 of how to keep it classy in a trashy society, we explore more coping mechanisms for big decisions and daily life.

My first post on the subject was popular and stirred up quite a discussion on YouTube and the blog.



Before we begin, I would like to address two things:

1. When I say "trashy", I am referring to the behavior, not the person.

2. The use of the word "classy" is also deliberate. There really is no other word to replace this, and I use the two in juxtaposition intentionally on these articles.

5 More Ways to Keep it Classy in a Trashy Society (Part 2)

👑 Don’t subscribe to groupthink Be an individual and think and act for yourself. Peer pressure is hard, no matter what stage of life you are in. Don’t subscribe to group think. In today's video I give you three examples of how not to blindly follow the herd if it doesn't feel right for you. The key here is to align yourself with people who have your same values and life goals.

👑 Don’t choose celebrities as your role models. Of course, this doesn’t apply to every celebrity, but if you think about Hollywood, celebrities are often desperate to remain relevant. Because of this, they will do and post outlandish things to remain in the headlines. This never translates well in real life. Instead of looking to certain celebrities for role models, find real life role models who inspire you with the elegant way they live.

👑 Live your real life way more than you do your virtual one. I recently published a video called, 10 Ways to Keep it Classy on Social Media. If you struggle in this area, I highly recommend you watch that video. With social media so addictive and prevalent, people are completely attached to their phones and their virtual reality personas. Instead of constantly chasing the likes and follows, ditch social media on a regular basis. Detach from it. Refrain from posting so much. Keep it classy by living your real life more than your virtual one.

👑 Embrace community. For the most part here I am talking about family life. We’ve all become disconnected with each other. When dinnertime arrives are you all sitting down together at the table enjoying a relaxed dinner and lively conversation? (no phones, no TV on in the background?) Or is everyone in their own room eating their dinner in front of their computers? Classy people connect with others and have a joie de vivre about them. They embrace the present and enjoy the finer things in life, which, by the way, are mainly experiences. So yes, a Tuesday evening dinner with your family could be an experience categorized as a finer thing in life.

👑 Embrace formalities. Be a refreshing contrast to our overly casual society and stand out for your formalities. Formal manners, dressing, and behavior aren't old and stuffy mannerisms. Embracing formalities will help you stand out from the crowd and give you an elegant boost to your life.

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If you've read certain news headlines lately, you might agree that society has gotten a little bit trashy. You might have noticed this in the way people dress, speak, and entertain themselves. It can feel awkward to remain classy in a trashy environment, especially if you don't like to draw attention to yourself. In today's video I'm going to share 5 ways you can keep it classy in a trashy society.




👑 Tip #1 Always take the high road. ALWAYS. This, of course, is easier said than done. When someone angers you, it is the natural and easier thing to appeal to our baser instincts and lash back out at them. We naturally want to defend ourselves. But to keep it classy, you should always pause before reacting and react in the most gracious way imaginable.

👑 Tip #2 Watch your tongue. Swearing has gone mainstream. In order to keep it classy, keep your language clean. It’s never OK to swear in a public place where children are present. It’s also not OK to swear in a business setting in front of customers. Set yourself apart from a trashy society by keeping your language clean.

👑 Tip #3 Maintain an air of mystery. You will often see celebirties sharing intimate details of their private life. Things that might be better left unshared. Whenever you share something online, ask yourself what your intention is behind the share. This will prevent you from oversharing in a way that is not meaningful.

👑 Tip #4 Look presentable always. Dress in our society has become extremely casual. Find your true individual style, and express that on a daily basis with class. It doesn’t matter if you are bohemian, preppy, classic, minimalist or any other style. Put some thought into your wardrobe, and by doing so you will be keeping it classy.

👑 Tip #5 Cultivate your mind. One of the hallmarks of a trashy society is dumbed-down entertainment. And lots of it. Mindlessness proliferates. People are content with being couch potatoes and watching trashy reality tv shows full of arguing, back-stabbing and the latest scandal. Instead, elevate your entertainment and cultivate your mind at the same time. Return to reading good books, classic literature. Enjoy poetry, listen to classical music or jazz. The top 40 hits are oftentimes laden with curse words, vulgarities, and other low-brow concepts. Move away from it by cultivating your mind. For more on this, I do a monthly chic assignment that incorporates many of these concepts.

These are just 5 ways, but I could go on and on. Let me know if you'd like to see a part two to this video. Also, let us know your thoughts on how to keep it classy in a trashy society and your comment could be chosen as comment of the week. In addition, my third book, Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic, is an excellent resource for classy and poised living.

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Thank you for joining me today. I hope you enjoyed today's video. I would love to hear your triumphs and struggles with how to keep it classy in a not-so-classy society.




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