#410 Multicultural Etiquette & Female Empowerment

Are you planning a wedding that blends cultures or strives for inclusivity? In this episode, we dive into the colorful world of multicultural weddings and female empowerment in wedding planning with international etiquette expert, Jamila Mousaiva. Jamila brings her unique perspective on blending traditions and modern etiquette to help you navigate the complexities of family dynamics and cultural expectations. Whether you're trying to incorporate diverse cultural elements into your ceremony or seeking tips on making all guests feel included, this episode is packed with insightful, actionable advice. Perfect for couples looking to personalize their wedding with elegance and respect, Jamila’s advice ensures your big day is as thoughtful as it is memorable. Join us for a fun, enlightening discussion that breaks the mold of traditional etiquette!

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Topics We Covered

• Discover how to blend different cultural traditions seamlessly into your wedding day.
• Learn about the modern twists on traditional etiquette to empower women in wedding planning.
• Gain insights on handling family dynamics and expectations during the wedding process.
• Explore etiquette tips for multicultural and diverse weddings, ensuring all guests feel included and respected.
• Find out how etiquette can be fun and personal, breaking away from rigid rules to suit your style and personality.

About The Guest

Jamila Musayeva is a certified etiquette teacher, a 3X author on etiquette, and a YouTube creator with nearly 1 Million subscribers, focusing on international etiquette. Raised in Azerbaijan with a rich multicultural upbringing, Jamila is fluent in six languages, and her approach to etiquette intertwines personal development, female empowerment, and cultural appreciation, striking a delicate balance between progressive living and preserving traditions.

Jamila teaches etiquette to ambassadors, young diplomats, as well as everyday people who consume her content and attend her events. Jamila has written three etiquette books, ‘Etiquette: the least you need to know’, ‘Afternoon Tea Etiquette’, and her newest book ‘The Art of Entertaining at Home’, and she’s grown her audience to over 1 million in just a few years

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