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“Indeed, the key to all diplomacy was knowing when they were serious about their threats and when they were posturing. Nations were like individuals, requiring cultivation and the paying of respect.”

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“A new, joyful feeling came over him. At the muzhik's words about Fokanych living for the soul, by the truth, by God's way, it was if a host of vague but important thoughts burst from some locked-up place and, all rushing towards the same goal, whirled through his head, blinding him. with their light.”

Soul Inspiration Revelation

Book:ANNA KARENINA

Source: ANNA KARENINA

“It's striking how many of the world's biggest problems, and many of the small ones too. are eliminated by the simplest of solutions – having women around.”

Politeness Gender Roles Graciousness

Book:Another Great Day at Sea: Life Aboard the USS George H. W. Bush

Source: Another Great Day at Sea: Life Aboard the USS George H. W. Bush

“A man who called everyone a damn fool is like a man who damns the weather. He only shows that he is not adapted to his environment, not that the environment is wrong.”

Relationships Anger Temper Graciousness Critical Spirit

Author:Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.

“The author perceptively outlines what might be an underrated aspect of his subject and of many others whose public achievements are of note – a "gift for friendship". McCullough says Adams, despite his towering intellect and curmudgeonly demeanor, had a soft heart for other people and a genuine interest in their particulars.”

Friendship Curiosity Friendliness Graciousness

Book:John Adams

Source: John Adams

“The Internet has given us the illusion of intimacy. We read someone's books, articles, sermons, or watch their videos online, and we feel we know them, so why not share what we think is wrong? But that illusion of intimacy is just that – an illusion. It distracts us from the important principle of reaching out to them personally first, and making the sometimes difficult effort of keeping it private and saving the relationship.”

Social Media Graciousness

Author:Phil Cooke

“Too many people are too angry about language too much of the time. This time could be better spent listening, learning, and enjoying the vast variety of human language around them.”

Communication Graciousness

Book:You Are What You Speak: Grammar Grouches, Language Laws, and the Politics of Identity

Source: You Are What You Speak: Grammar Grouches, Language Laws, and the Politics of Identity

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