There is not a man of common sense who would not chuse to…
““There is not a man of common sense who would not chuse to be agreeable in company; and yet, strange as it may seem, very few are””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Common sense rarely leads to agreeableness; most people choose not to be pleasant in company.
In simple terms: Most people avoid being agreeable despite common sense.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate genuine courtesy.
Themes
social norms
common sense
behavior
etiquette
psychology
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
neutral
Type
Business:0
Common sense:1
Humor:0
Manners:1
Men:0
Society:0
Strange:0
Wit:0
Man Common:0
Company Strange:0
Chuse Agreeable:0
When to use this quote
- politeness training
- social skills workshops
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
social gatherings
workplace
public settings
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people resist being agreeable?
- How can authenticity coexist with politeness?
A Different Perspective
Agreeableness may be perceived as insincere.