Etiquette For Millennials
17 Essential Commandments For Anyone Who's Alive and Breathing
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Thanks to technology, etiquette is a completely different game in today's world. For some users on the anonymous social network Yik Yak — an app popular among college students — it's become necessary to establish some 21st century rules to live by.
This 21st century etiquette code covers a range of behavior, from when to like your friend's Instagram posts to how to properly use your phone around people. Take a look to see whether you agree with these rules and don't forget to follow the commandments of Instagram, too.
1 Thou shalt not look through friends' photos.
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2 Thou shalt not post group photos where only you look good.
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3 Thou shalt always like a best friend's photo.
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4 Thou shalt always text secrets to friends.
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5 Thou shalt not be rude.
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6 Thou shalt not listen to Justin Bieber with both headphones when chatting IRL.
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7 Thou shalt avoid using read receipts — or answer immediately.
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8 Thou shalt not call someone unless it is truly an emergency.
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9 Thou shalt text — and only text — when you've arrived at someone's home.
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10 Thou shalt not ask for the WiFi password until enough time has passed.
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11 Thou shalt take the proper amount of time to capture an amazing selfie.
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12 Thou shalt never take a screenshot on Snapchat.
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13 Thou shalt be aware of the risk of getting caught on social media.
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14 Thou shalt always try to get an Instagram to 11 likes.
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15 Thou shalt like your friend's posts as many times as needed.
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16 Thou shalt recognize when it's time to Netflix and chill.
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17 Finally, thou shalt learn the ultimate skill.
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