Civility Rules!

Creating a Purposeful Practice of Civility

By: Shelby Joy Scarbrough

Narrated by: Shelby Scarbrough

George Washington’s rules defined.

While our civilization continues to advance, our capacity to live civilly - to appreciate our common humanity with empathy and humility - ironically dwindles daily. Even as we become more technologically connected, many of us feel increasingly disconnected and disengaged from each other.

Civility Rules! offers an opportunity to learn about the history, substance, and significance of civility through the lens of George Washington’s “Rules of Civility”.

Drawing on personal experience, real-life examples, and a foundational belief that civility is integral to a democratic society, author Shelby Scarbrough shares how we might work toward a more perfect union by building a personal practice of civility.

Civility is not an archaic concept of manners and politeness, but rather a crucial component of a functioning democracy. Shelby shows us how, with conscientious practice and patience, we can each contribute to the preservation of our democracy, one interaction at a time.

©2020 Shelby Scarbrough (P)2021 Shelby Scarbrough

Eye opening and interesting

In Civility Rules,Shelby Scarbrough offers a refreshing and insightful take on fostering civility in a polarized world. Her unique perspective, shaped by her extensive experience as a global protocol expert and entrepreneur, brings a fresh lens to the art of respectful communication. Scarbrough’s wise suggestions—practical, actionable, and rooted in empathy—provide readers with tools to navigate challenging conversations with grace. Her blend of personal anecdotes and universal principles makes the book both engaging and profoundly relevant. A must-read for anyone seeking to restore kindness and understanding in today’s discourse.
It would also make a great gift for someone who needs to add a little softening of their edges.

Civility does RULE

On this Dec 31st, a reflective last day of 2022, I’ve lived the last 4h with a persistent smile and frequent giggle while visualizing my friend Shelby! Through her words provoking inspirational reflections, she’s shared with me my last drops of happiness in 2022. Even though this book is bounded by the timeline of its examples, the lessons here contained and boundless & universal! Thank YOU for this gift Shelby!