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“Make your visits short, especially to the sick. To visit too often is tiresome to your friends, and to visit too rarely is less than what is due to friendship. Your calls will be best appreciated when they are seasonable and not too frequent. Too much familiarity is a cause of coolness among…” quote by John Wortabet
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““Make your visits short, especially to the sick. To visit too often is tiresome to your friends, and to visit too rarely is less than what is due to friendship. Your calls will be best appreciated when they are seasonable and not too frequent. Too much familiarity is a cause of coolness among friends. Do””

John Wortabet

About This Quote

Source Essay: Etiquette of Social Visits, 19th Century, null

Balancing frequency of visits maintains respect and prevents fatigue in relationships.

In simple terms: Visit often enough to show care, but not so much it becomes burdensome.

Key Takeaway

Find a comfortable, respectful visiting rhythm.

Themes

friendship etiquette balance

Mood

considerate thoughtful

Type

advice social etiquette

When to use this quote

  • visiting the ill
  • maintaining friendships
  • social calls

Key Concepts

social norms personal boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often should you visit a friend in need?
  • What signals indicate a visit is welcome?
A Different Perspective

Over‑visiting can strain relationships; under‑visiting may seem neglectful.

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