Selfie Etiquette

Selfie Etiquette
Selfies have come a long way since the one of Thelma and Louise from the movie by the same name. And as in everything else that comes into our lives, taking selfies requires some etiquette guidelines. It also requires a sense of what is in good taste and bad taste. Now, I know taste can be subjective, but there are some things that just seem wrong when it comes to taking selfies.
Here is my list of situations that I consider to be in bad taste when and where “selfies” are taken:
Don’t take photos at funerals or other religious ceremonies. Pulling out your cell phone at a funeral or in the middle of any other solemn service is disrespectful.
Don’t take a selfie at a wedding ceremony. It isn’t your story to tell.
Don’t take photos in areas that are considered hallowed ground. For instance, cemeteries or other places that are preserved to remember people who have died or suffered a tragic situation.
Don’t take pictures of yourself or others in the hospital. It can just be too much information. If you wouldn’t discuss your recent ailments in a networking situation don’t take a picture of yourself and then share it on social media.
Don’t take pictures that capitalize on other people’s tragedies. For instance, at accident scenes or of people who are in compromised situations.
Don’t take selfies of yourself in intimate situations. Those things can come back to haunt you and become a real liability.
Don’t take photos of yourself driving. Not only is it dangerous, it is just plain stupid.
Don’t over do the selfie on social media. After awhile, it can look a little narcissistic.
So, if you wouldn’t want your mother or boss to see it, don’t post it. And even better, don’t even take the picture.
If others are in a picture get their permission before taking the photo and posting it.iv>

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