Civilities Quote by Naguib Mahfouz
““We usually exchange bare civilities at breakfast and then settle back to loathe each other cordially in silence.””
About This Quote
People exchange polite greetings but harbor mutual dislike, maintaining a veneer of civility.
In simple terms: Polite greetings mask underlying animosity.
Recognize hidden tensions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- morning meetings
- family gatherings
- social events
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it okay to be honest about dislike?
- How to manage polite hostility?
Maintaining civility can be exhausting.