Adams’s 38th Law of Social Dynamics

“If you’re going to ask for someone’s attention, make sure you’re worthy of it.”

Adams's 4th Law of Grammar Dynamics

"Repeating a word to someone who does not understand the word does nothing to explain the word. Use other words."

Adams's 29th Law of Social Dynamics

"If you can't make a date or time, offer an alternative date or time. Don't just say 'I can't make it.'"

Adams's 21st Law of Social Dynamics

"If someone's zipper is down, tell them quickly and discreetly."

Adams's 15th Law of Social Dynamics

"Never ask an old person how they are doing." (It's never good.)

Adams's 13th Law of Social Dynamics

"If someone waves you forward in traffic, GO, and go immediately. Do not counter-wave. Do dot hesitate."

Adams's 4th Law of Technology

"If you leave a voicemail for someone, provide a callback number."

1st Corollary: "Never leave a message that has no actual purpose (unless it's a prank)." "It's me calling, call me back" is not an acceptable voicemail.