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The Art of Social Tact: The Essential Guide

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Idris Elijah
Apr 29, 2025
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I've never been the type to be tactful--I say what I mean and I mean what I say.

However, I had a conversation with my dad recently, and he suggested that I learn social tact. It was important to learn and master. Months ago, my best friend also suggested the same thing.

It got me thinking.

What's so important about tact?

W…

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