Courtesy Quote by Ann Leckie
““Courtesy,” said Lieutenant Dariet, her voice uncharacteristically prim, “is always proper, and always beneficial””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie, 2013
Politeness is consistently appropriate and beneficial in interactions.
In simple terms: Being courteous is always good.
Key Takeaway
Practice courtesy daily.
Themes
social etiquette
benefits
communication
Mood
respectful
balanced
Type
literary
practical
When to use this quote
- customer service
- teamwork
- public speaking
Key Concepts
social psychology
norms
Questions to Reflect On
- When can honesty outweigh politeness?
- How does courtesy affect power dynamics?
A Different Perspective
Over‑politeness may seem insincere.
