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“It is unimpressive to not hold a door open for the next person coming through. After a satisfying workout at my gym,… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Hugging is quite an intimate contact. Considering the studies done on proxemics we looked at earlier; when you get within two feet… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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“People were never my need: perspectives were, hearts were, souls were, people beyond people were.” — Sadia Hakim Copy Share Image
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“It is unimpressive to speaking rudely to others. Often, all we need to do to ensure that we do not launch into… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Sin as it is a term that implies the rejection of responsibility by blaming another person rather than being responsible. Choices are… — Deborah Bravandt Copy Share Image
“While you will certainly attract more bees with honey, there are times when being nice can backfire. Take it from a naturally… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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“To cultivate bravery and courage, try something new for the first time. Take a chance. Stretch beyond your familiar limits by taking… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“When having lunch or dinner at a long rectangular table, I prefer to take a middle chair so that I can turn… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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“And as is often the case, the people who would benefit the most from reading a book like this are the ones… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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“Considerations & Exceptions for Impressive Handshakes • Be mindful of a person’s age; be tender with arthritic hands. In that case, a… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Benefits of Being Nice • You set positive karma into motion. • What you give is what you get back in return.… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“Google Proves Nice Counts. On a quest to discover what it takes to build the "perfect team," Google launched the Project Aristotle… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“In the hit movie, “Pay It Forward,” a middle school child dreams of how he can change the world by being the… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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“The elegance of etiquette is a timeless expression of class which transcends social status, demographics, educational level, and ethnicity. Good manners say… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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“To cultivate bravery and courage, practice, practice, practice. Each time you test your bravery you grow your self-assurance and increase your comfort… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
“To touch or not to touch . . . that is the question. Handshakes, hugs, and other touching all have their appropriate… — Susan C. Young Copy Share Image
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