Quote by H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other people's bad manners.

Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other pe

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This quote suggests that good manners involve displaying tolerance and patience when faced with others' rude or impolite behavior. It implies that being well-mannered doesn't always require actively addressing or correcting others' bad manners, but rather maintaining a level of civility and grace despite their actions. It emphasizes the importance of choosing to rise above such behavior and treat others respectfully, even if they don't reciprocate.

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By H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

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