Miss Manners suggests that instead of taking offense at being called a neat freak, one might respond with humor, saying it beats being a messy freak. This light-hearted approach acknowledges the feelings without losing one's dignity, emphasizing that maintaining order is a personal choice that shouldn't be trivialized.
Regarding the dilemma of birthday acknowledgments, Miss Manners advises against teaching children to keep score of who recognizes their special occasions. She stresses that such habits lead to unhappiness and that children should be encouraged to appreciate the love they receive rather than obsess over perceived slights from others.
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