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Courtesy Shows Good Upbringing

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Many brilliant and talented people have destroyed their own success because they lack
courtesy and manners. Politeness and courtesy are signs of being cultured. Rudeness
and discourtesy show the lack of it. Treat other people with respect and dignity.
Rudeness is the weak man's imitation of strength.
--Eric Hoffer
Step 23: Develop a Sense of Humor
Have a sense of humor and you will possess the ability to laugh at yourself. A sense of
humor makes a person likable and attractive. Some people are humor-impaired. Learn to
laugh at yourself because it is the safest humor. Laughing at yourself gives you the
energy to bounce back. Laughter is a natural tranquilizer for people all over the world.
Humor may not change the message, but it certainly can help to take the sting out of the
bite.