11 Reasons to Stop Using Your Cell Phone In Public Places July Is Cell Phone Courtesy Month

You’ll never be the person who society can count on to help others in need
. (
A sad 
existence)
By the way, since your conversation is in p
ublic space, you wouldn’t mind if we joined in 
and shared our opinion, would you?
We’ll help you solve your 
drama
dilemma, and then 
we can all enjoy a peaceful walk or ride home. 
July is “cell phone courtesy month,” let’s all begin showing each other a little more 
courtesy and consideration. 

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10 Cell Phone Etiquette Rules You Should Be 
Following—but Aren’t 
 
Put your phone away at the dinner table 
This phone etiquette rule may seem obvious because, hello, it’s rude, but being courteous in public 
to both your dining partner and other diners is important, says Amy Rice, Gadget Expert 
for 
Gazelle
. Parenting, etiquette, and financial expert Brett Graff adds, “If it rings, and you must 
answer it, explain to your dining companions that your child is home by him or herself or that 
you’re waiting for a huge business deal to close. Otherwise, ignore it,” she says. 
End phone conversations when paying for purchases 
Just because you may not know the cashier doesn’t mean you can keep chatting away while 
they’re helping you. Unless it’s an emergency, it’s just rude to stay on the phone right in their 
face. These are the most 
annoying coffee shop habits
, according to Starbucks baristas. 
Never shout when talking on the phone 
Can you hear me now? If they can’t, maybe you should call them back later. When in public, it’s a 
good phone etiquette practice to try not to raise your voice while on the phone. No one else needs 
to be privy to your conversations—or your arguments, says Rice. Don’t miss these 
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