The following mini-lesson titled “Capsule Course in Human Relations”, I found tucked away in an old book from a previous trip to the U.S.A. The article might have been originally published by Forbes Magazine in the 1950s.

Five most important words: I AM PROUD OF YOU.

Four most important words: WHAT IS YOUR OPINION?

Three most important words: IF YOU PLEASE.

Two most important words: THANK YOU.

Least important word: I.

I am proud of you for wanting to improve your relations. What is your opinion of this mini-lesson? Print it out and put it on your fridge, if you please. Thank you.