The rules of interaction are more flexible than they first a... - Erving Goffman

"The rules of interaction are more flexible than they first appear, but they are not infinitely flexible."

Erving Goffman Change

Sociologist Canadian-American 1922–1982

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"All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players."

"We manage the impressions we give to others to maintain a desired image."

"Change brings new opportunities."

"Every day is a new opportunity."

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"You either get better or you get bitter."