I place a high moral value on the way people behave. I find it repellent to have a lot, and to behave with anything other than courtesy in the old sense of the word - politeness of the heart, a gentleness of the spirit. Fran Lebowitz behavecourtesyfind share on social
When you leave New York, you are astonished at how clean the rest of the world is. Clean is not enough. Fran Lebowitz astonishcleanleave Change image and share on social
The opposite of talking isn't listening. The opposite of talking is waiting. Fran Lebowitz listenoppositetalk Change image and share on social
The telephone is a good way to talk to people without having to offer them a drink. Fran Lebowitz drinkgoodoffer Change image and share on social
The conversational overachiever is someone whose grasp exceeds his reach. This is possible but not attractive. Fran Lebowitz attractiveconversationalexceed Change image and share on social
Life is something to do when you can't get to sleep. Fran Lebowitz lifesleep Change image and share on social
If you are of the opinion that the contemplation of suicide is sufficient evidence of a poetic nature, do not forget that actions speak louder than words. Fran Lebowitz actioncontemplationevidence Change image and share on social
Very few people possess true artistic ability. It is therefore both unseemly and unproductive to irritate the situation by making an effort. If you have a burning, restless urge to write or paint, simply eat something sweet and the feeling will pass. Fran Lebowitz abilityartisticburn share on social
If you are a dog and your owner suggests that you wear a sweater suggest that he wear a tail. Fran Lebowitz dogownersuggest Change image and share on social
In real life, I assure you, there is no such thing as algebra. Fran Lebowitz algebraassurelife Change image and share on social