Judith Martin quotes - page 3

Try not to annoy your relatives unnecessarily. (Judith Martin)
You should resolve not to seek public approval of your private business, when you are not also prepared to accept public disapproval. View quote
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Greece is a good place for rebirths. View quote
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Fairness does not consist so much of everybody's doing the same thing, but of everybody's being willing to do something that others don't want to do. View quote
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Knowing that others have gone through similar tragedies may be a help, but it should be remembered that every tragedy is not only commonplace but also unique. View quote
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Appearing to pay attention when someone is speaking is one of the cornerstones of real social interaction. View quote
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The more skillful the performance of false cheer, the more pleasing the effect is upon one's public and on that private audience to whom one owes even more. View quote
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Sometimes we do things a certain way just because that is the way we do things. View quote
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You do not have to do everything disagreeable that you have a right to do. View quote
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Nowadays, you form your beliefs to fit your behavior, not the other way around. View quote
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Parents should conduct their arguments in quiet, respectful tones, but in a foreign language. You'd be surprised what an inducement that is to the education of children. (Judith Martin)