Miss Manners: My boyfriend berated me in the parking lot over how I exited the church
Briefly

Proper etiquette dictates that if someone in a church service invites others to exit first, that request should be honored to facilitate a smooth departure. It’s also important to avoid creating awkward situations, such as insisting on your right to exit first over someone elderly. Additionally, in personal spaces like an apartment, accommodating guests who are uncomfortable with pets, even when they are secure, fosters positive interactions. Communication is key in navigating such sensitivities in social contexts.
Miss Manners agrees that if someone asks people to go ahead, then the request should be obeyed, as it may mask a need for more time to disembark. You would hardly want to get into a pushing match in church with an elderly couple by insisting that you are not going anywhere until they get a move on.
Maintaining polite interactions in settings like a church involves following others' leads, especially when they express the wish to exit before you, thereby respecting their space and comfort.
When it comes to managing personal pets that may evoke discomfort in others, communicating and accommodating guests' feelings is essential for maintaining harmonious relationships.
Attempting to force an interaction with someone who has a deep-seated fear is unwise. Respecting those boundaries shows care and consideration for others' feelings.
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