Etiquette requires the presumption of good until the contrary is proved.
Emily PostRead
Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Good manners stem from being considerate and aware of others' feelings rather than merely following social rules.
Emily Post emphasizes that true good manners are rooted in empathy and the awareness of others' feelings. This suggests that etiquette is less about adhering to specific rules or using the right utensils and more about treating people with respect and kindness in interactions.
Themes
MannersAwarenessFeelingsRespectEtiquette
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of empathy in communication.
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