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Good manners is the art of making those people easy with whom we converse. Whoever makes the fewest people uneasy is the
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"Good manners is the art of making those people easy with whom we converse. Whoever makes the fewest people uneasy is the best bred in the room"

- Jonathan Swift

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This quote by Jonathan Swift speaks with the importance of excellent manners and how they can help us to make those around us feel comfy. Good good manners are not practically following the guidelines of rules, but likewise about understanding the feelings of those around us. By being mindful of how our words and actions impact others, we can make sure that we are making the fewest people anxious. This is the essence of good breeding, and it is something that we must all pursue. Excellent good manners are not just about being respectful, however likewise about being thoughtful and understanding of the feelings of those around us. By bearing in mind how our words and actions affect others, we can ensure that we are making the fewest people uneasy and creating an enjoyable environment for everybody.

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Jonathan Swift This quote is written / told by Jonathan Swift between November 30, 1667 and October 19, 1745. He was a famous Writer from Ireland. The author also have 61 other quotes.

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