Have you ever noticed: When the other fellow acts that way, he is ugly; when you do, it's nerves. When others are set in their ways, they're obstinate; when you are, it is firmness. When your neighbor doesn't like your friend, he's prejudiced; when you don't like his, you are a good judge of human nature. When he tries to treat someone especially well, he's toadying; when you try it, you are being thoughtful.

When he takes time to do things well, he's a slowpoke or lazy; when you do, you are deliberate and careful. When he spends a lot, he is a spendthrift; when you do, you're generous. When someone picks flaws in things, he's cranky and critical; when you do, you are creative. When he is mild-mannered, you call him weak; when you are, it is graciousness. When someone dresses especially well, that person is extravagant; when you do, it is tastefulness. When he says what he thinks, he's spiteful; when you do, you are being frank. When he takes great risks in business, he's foolhardy; when you do, you are a wise financier.