We resped people not because it is the right thing to do or because you need
to do it, rather we co-exist with people and we recognize our similarities and
differences. We accept them for who they are and we don't force to change them just
to be like us. It's the same thing that they cannot do such to us.
The following are just some ways to demonstrate our respect for others:
1. Respect yourself first. You cannot give what you don't have. You cannot
control how others would see you but you can shape the way you see
yourself. If you think that you deserve to be treated well, treat yourself well.
For example, you don't allow others to abuse you physically or
psychologically as there are a lot of means to stop it properly and legally.
2. Be on the lookout when your prejudice strikes. There's nothing wrong if
you have an opinion or idea about the person you have just met. However,
it has to be balanced with actual facts at hand. If you think that he/she is a
person you cannot trust, treat the person well, the same as you treat
everyone else, and just reserve your idea to yourself. We have to operate
with a logical mind to be fair to other people.
3. Remember that they are also like you as a person. We have our own life
and difficulties or problems. Who knows, the person you might be laughing
at is suffering from depression. The man you might be trying to discredit is
a victim of bullying and physical abuse. Your classmate who always cracks
jokes might be trying to forget his dying father. We all have our shortcomings
and we are all capable of committing mistakes. The good news is our past
does not define us, so learn to keep in mind that people are always a work
in progress
4. Look at the positive side of the person. Despite the imperfections or
flaws, there are good things in people that are worth celebrating. Who else
does not have any flaw or mistake? We treat people with respect because
that's our nature and it defines who we are and not who they are.
5. Always try to be the bigger person. Have a big room for understanding
and tolerance for individual differences. Try not to let your emotion get the
best of you. You may feel disheartened, angry, jealous or even disappointed
with people and that's OK. However, it should not change your nature as
person and the way you relate with them. Keep in mind the insights you go
from the negative experiences with other people and use these to improv
your dealings with others.
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