I think politeness can be a range of possible values rather than a discrete quality. Being polite but also direct is fine, it’s just when you start to edge down the spectrum of politeness towards being politic that it might detract from the quality of the dialogue. I do believe that one should still adhere to the rule of thumb: “Don’t be a dick” even if one is being direct though.
I think politeness can be a range of possible values rather than a discrete quality. Being polite but also direct is fine, it’s just when you start to edge down the spectrum of politeness towards being politic that it might detract from the quality of the dialogue. I do believe that one should still adhere to the rule of thumb: “Don’t be a dick” even if one is being direct though.