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Sure, but it's easy to be nice to those 'above' you, or those you want something from. It's being nice to those 'below' you that is the true test of character.

• driverdan 14y ago
  Being nice to everyone is easy, I don't see how it's a test of character. Being nice is the default. Being a jerk is optional.
  • g8oz 14y ago
    For many people the emotional ego payoff from humiliating those below them is a big temptation. And nice isn't the default everywhere, you are dearly in need of more data points.
  • MaysonL 14y ago
    Yes, although being nice to those who annoy you can be difficult. Especially while they're annoying you, and when you realize that the fact that they're annoying you is your problem, and that they can't help it.