Aunt Quote by Marianne Williamson
“If I say to my daughter, "Go say 'hi' to Aunt Gertrude," there is a reason there. I'm teaching her manners. I think the idea that she'll say 'hi' to Aunt Gertrude only if she wants to is the biggest crock of silliness I've ever heard. Yet I meet people everyday who were clearly brought up to think that if they didn't want to say "hi" to Aunt Gertrude, that was fine.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on manners, 2022
Teaching children to greet others is a lesson in respect and social cohesion, not optional politeness.
In simple terms: Manners teach respect.
Key Takeaway
Teach greetings as a habit.
Themes
respect
social skills
etiquette
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
advice
instructional
When to use this quote
- parenting
- school
- workplace
- public events
Key Concepts
social norms
habit formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance genuine feeling with social expectations?
- When is it okay to decline a greeting?
A Different Perspective
Some cultures value authenticity over forced greetings, which can feel insincere.
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