Art Quote by Jonathan Swift
““Good manners is the art of making people comfortable. Whoever makes the fewest people uncomfortable has the best manners.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Art of Manners”, 1735
Good manners ease social interaction; minimizing discomfort shows respect.
In simple terms: Manners make people comfortable.
Practice considerate behavior.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- customer service
- team meetings
- public speaking
- diplomacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you gauge others’ comfort?
- When might strict manners hinder honesty?
Cultural differences may alter what is considered “comfortable”.