Doing you Quote by Sherrilyn Kenyon
“Shut up, sit down, and read. (Tory) Please? (Acheron) You need something? (Tory) You to be polite to me, Ms. I Own The World- Now Do What I Say You Pathetic Pleb. (Acheron) You don’t strike me as the kind of guy who takes orders anyway. (Tory) Yes, but a simple please goes a long way. I’m the one doing you a favor here. (Acheron) Fine. Please sit down, shut up, and read. (Tory)”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkest Minds, 2015
Politeness and simple requests can defuse tension and achieve cooperation.
In simple terms: Being polite works.
Key Takeaway
Ask politely to get cooperation.
Themes
communication
politeness
conflict resolution
Mood
practical
calm
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- customer service
- team leadership
- negotiations
Key Concepts
social dynamics
power balance
request framing
Questions to Reflect On
- When does politeness fail?
- How can you combine firmness with courtesy?
A Different Perspective
May be ineffective with hostile parties.
