Humorous etiquette rules for greetingsfrom @gstaadguy

Framework

The Infinite Etiquette Loop

A circular instructional format where the final sentence sets up a specific social scenario that is grammatically and logically answered by the opening sentence, creating a seamless playback loop.

1. 1

   The Exclusion Clause

   Validates the strict rule by immediately defining the very narrow set of acceptable exceptions.

2. 2

   The Substitution Protocol

   Provides concrete, lower-stakes alternative behaviors to replace the discouraged action.

3. 3

   The Contextual Pivot

   Shifts focus to a specific, high-stakes sub-scenario (e.g., gender dynamics) to demonstrate depth of expertise.

4. 4

   The Reactive Rule

   Establishes a conditional logic where the action is only permissible as a reaction, never as an initiation.

5. 5

   The Social Threat

   Vividly describes the negative social perception (the failure state) of ignoring the rule to induce compliance.