I am in favor of preserving the French habit of kissing ladies' hands - after all, one must start somewhere.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Social traditions begin with small acts of courtesy.
- In plain terms
- Start small to build traditions.
- What can you take from it?
- Begin with simple gestures.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What starts a habit?
Another view
Some customs obsolete.
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