Common Courtesy Quotes

Treat others the way you want to be treated.

A simple ‘thank you’ can go a long way.

Hold the door for someone behind you.

Listen before you speak.

Offer a helping hand to those in need.

Smile at strangers, you never know who might need it.

Take the time to write a heartfelt thank you note.

Always say please and thank you.

Give up your seat for someone who needs it more.

Respect other people’s personal space.

Compliment someone, it costs nothing.

Be patient with others, we all have off days.

Don’t interrupt when someone is speaking.

Hold the elevator if you see someone rushing towards it.

Let someone merge into traffic ahead of you.

Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze.

Acknowledge and appreciate the work of others.

Notify others if you are running late.

Return borrowed items promptly and in good condition.

Offer your seat to an elderly person or a pregnant woman.

Keep your phone on silent or vibrate in public places.

Say excuse me when you need to pass someone.

Clean up after yourself in public spaces.

Apologize when you make a mistake.

Avoid using offensive language in public.

Give others the benefit of the doubt.

Respect other people’s time by being punctual.

Help a parent with a stroller navigate stairs or obstacles.

Put your shopping cart back in the designated area.

Hold the elevator door open for someone running towards it.

Write thank you notes for acts of kindness.

Be mindful of your noise level in public places.

Keep your pet on a leash when in public spaces.

Offer to help carry groceries for someone struggling.

Greet people with a friendly hello or smile.

Offer to pick up something for someone when you’re already out.

Wait your turn in line, don’t cut in front of others.

Let someone know if they dropped something without them noticing.

Give up your seat on public transportation for someone in need.

Respect other people’s opinions, even if you disagree.

Hold the elevator for someone running late.

Give someone your full attention when they are speaking to you.

Offer to return a favor when someone helps you.

Give a genuine compliment to a stranger.

Keep the volume of your music or TV at a considerate level.

Say please and thank you to service workers.

Offer to help carry someone’s groceries to their car.

Let someone know if they have something stuck in their teeth.

Respect personal boundaries and personal space.

Remember that common courtesy can make the world a better place.