Hold one chopstick between your thumb and ring finger, resting it on the base of your index finger
Hold the other chopstick like a pencil between your thumb, index finger, and middle finger
Keep the bottom chopstick steady
Move only the top chopstick to open and close the tips
Align the chopstick tips evenly before picking up food
Use gentle pressure to grip food without squeezing too hard
Pick up small portions rather than large pieces
Rest chopsticks neatly when not in use
Do not stab food with chopsticks
Do not rub disposable chopsticks together
Practice with larger foods before trying slippery or small items