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“The only thing that bothers me is if I'm in a restaurant and I'm eating and someone says, 'Hey, mind if I smoke?' I always say, 'No. Mind if I fart?” quote by Steve Martin
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“The only thing that bothers me is if I'm in a restaurant and I'm eating and someone says, 'Hey, mind if I smoke?' I always say, 'No. Mind if I fart?”

Steve Martin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker refuses a smoking request by offering a humorous alternative.

In simple terms: Reject smoking with a joke.

Key Takeaway

Use humor to set boundaries.

Themes

social etiquette humor personal space

Mood

lighthearted defensive

Type

social comedic

When to use this quote

  • restaurants
  • public places
  • social interactions

Key Concepts

assertiveness politeness boundary setting

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle unwanted requests?
  • What tone works best?
A Different Perspective

Humor may not always be effective.

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