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“"Keep your hands to yourself!" might almost be put at the head of the first chapter of every book on etiquette.” quote by Emily Post
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“"Keep your hands to yourself!" might almost be put at the head of the first chapter of every book on etiquette.”

Emily Post

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Source Book: Etiquette in Society, in Business, in Politics, 1922

Etiquette demands personal space and respect for others' boundaries.

In simple terms: Respect others' space.

Key Takeaway

Maintain personal boundaries.

Themes

respect personal space social norms

Mood

polite formal

Type

advice instructional

When to use this quote

  • dining
  • public transport
  • workplace
  • social gatherings

Key Concepts

social etiquette boundary setting

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you enforce personal space?
  • When is it appropriate to relax boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Boundaries can be culturally variable.

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