Dignified Demeanor Quotes

One's appearance bespeaks dignity corresponding to the depth of his character. One's concentrated effort, serene attitude, taciturn air, courteous disposition, thoroughly polite bearing, gritted teeth with a piercing look - each of these reveals dignity. Such outward appearance, in short, comes from constant attentiveness and seriousness.

I don't do any vulgar movements.

Madison, the President is a plain and rather mean-looking little man, of great simplicity of manners, and an inveterate enemy to form and ceremony so much so that I was officially informed that my introduction with him was to be considered nothing more than the reception of one gentleman by another, and that no particular dress was to be worn on the occasion.

Campaign behavior for wives: Always be on time. Do as little talking as humanly possible. Lean back in the parade car so everybody can see the president.

I was very privileged to enjoy The Queen Mother's company on many occasions. She was relaxed and informal - she would just sit down for a chat.

To be a gentleman is to be oneself, all of a seam, on camera and off.

Greatness of mind becomes an object of love only when the power at work in it itself has a noble character

I was wholeheartedly attracted to the conservative atmosphere that permeated the city of Washington.

Sophistication demands honesty; it does not require ill temper.

Our offices must always be headed by the kind of men who command respect. Not phonies, zeros or bastards.

By God, he looked like a President.

An able man shows his spirit by gentle words and resolute actions. He is neither hot nor timid.

Virtuous and fair, royal and gracious.

Sophistication might be described as the ability to cope gracefully with a situation involving the presence of a formidable menace to one's poise and prestige (such as the butler, or the man under the bed - but never the husband).

Every member present must behave like a gentleman, and those who are not must try to.

For neither does wealth bring honour to the owner, if he be a coward; of such a one the wealth belongs to another, and not to himself. Nor does beauty and strength of body, when dwelling in a base and cowardly man, appear comely, but the reverse of comely, making the possessor more conspicuous, and manifesting forth his cowardice.

I'd like the people to remember me as having a good voice and a clean suit.

I thought Hillary Clinton was remarkably elegant and intelligent and focusing on the issues even though her opponent was trying to bring the talk always to vulgar, low levels. Even his presence was bullying, was lurking, and was just mainly creepy.

The ministers of Christ should possess refinement. All uncouth manners, attitudes and gestures should be discarded, and they should encourage in themselves humble dignity of bearing.

Approved valor is made precious by natural courtesy.

Stately, kindly, lordly friend Condescend Here to sit by me.

I think there is a certain gravitas about me. My energy can be very big and yet contained.

The Crows are very handsome and gentlemanly Indians in their personal appearance: and have been always reputed, since the first acquaintance made with them, very civil and friendly.