5 things to avoid doing at funerals
Organizing a funeral and experiencing the loss of a loved one is a challenging and painful task, as people may feel uneasy while discussing someone’s passing away. A few etiquette errors may come off as unintentional rude behavior and cause embarrassment while attending funeral services. Such mistakes can make the attendees uncomfortable and be challenging for the family, who are already grieving. Therefore, one must avoid some of the most common funeral mistakes. Arriving late When attending a funeral, one must remember that this is a time to pay respects to the deceased and offer support to their loved ones. Therefore, arriving at the venue before the service begins is essential. For instance, if the service commences at 11 am, arriving a few minutes early can give one enough time to find one’s seat and allow other attendees to do the same before the family arrives. However, if for any reason one arrives late, it is advisable to make the entrance as discreet as possible. Instead of trying to find a seat in the front row or center, it is better to enter through a side door and take a seat at a corner pew. This way, one can avoid drawing attention to themselves and maintain a decorum.
