Manners: 'Callousness and insolence bring to bare unanimous social condemnation, while the simple efforts of politeness are admired; even in those who are otherwise despised.'
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Callousness and insolence are universally condemned, while politeness is praised even in despised people.
- In plain terms
- Rudeness is condemned; politeness is praised.
- What can you take from it?
- Practice politeness to earn respect.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does politeness affect your relationships?
- Can politeness be insincere?
Another view
Cultural differences may affect what is seen as polite.
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