Politeness Jokes

Politeness is like an air cushion: There may be nothing in it, but it eases our jolts wonderfully. Samuel Johnson

Politeness costs nothing and gains everything. Montagu

Treat everyone with politeness, even those who are rude to you, not because they are nice, but because you are.

MR Eugene Paul Winger, one of the world's outstanding nuclear scientists, is widely celebrated for his contributions to atomic research. He is also renowned, among his friends, for his overwhelming politeness. Once, encountering a vile-tempered attendant at a car park, Dr Winger listened dispassionately to a long torrent of abuse. Finally, he spoke:' Go to hell, please.'

Politeness is a small price to pay for the goodwill and affection of others.