Respect

“If one doesn’t respect oneself, one can have neither love nor respect for others.” Regarding this statement, what exactly is respect? According to the Oxford Dictionary, respect is defined as being “a spirit of deep esteem for somebody or something elicited by their powers, qualities, or achievements.” While this is an excellent summary of the term, I dare to ponder that respect is much more than this. In fact, this word goes beyond our century and resonates throughout history. Respect is more than a mere noun found in the English dictionary; it’s a virtue of those who are truly noble. It is observable that many distinguished individuals during the course of their lives have pulled ahead in society by having laid aside…

you liking or disliking me, all I ask is that you respect me as an human being.” This quote came from Jackie Robinson, a baseball player in the Dodgers. The definition of respect is admiring someone and showing kindness to them. Respect is an very important virtue to have in individuals because it values other individuals and makes them feel appreciated. The best way to teach respect to others it to show respect to others. Respect also reinforces communication between two individuals and lets…

Respect, it is a very simple gesture. It simply means admiration. However, Respect has a very broad term when people use it. I see respect as a universal characteristic. Respect to me is a way of showing someone that you think highly of them and treat them well! Respect is an imperative part of life. As my mother taught me, “Treat people the way you want to be treated”. This is what exactly the moral I live by. I always respect everyone, no matter what they are and where they come from. In my…

Respect is a thing you need and have. You may not respect anyone but you would respect something or an idea. Respect is an important character trait. Every person should give and receive respect the same way the Greasers treated each other in the novel The Outsiders. Respect is the value or importance of something to you, or for you. Respect is received and given, you realize you give it more than you realize you receive it. Curtitsy is what you give (or get) if you have respect for whatever you…

especially young people. It seems like we have slowly been changing what we once recognized as the norm. we as a whole have lost the sense of morality. The youth have little knowledge of respect and what the effect of this is to their fellow peers. Current generations have changed dramatically socially. Should respect be earned or given? Many people now want respect to come automatically without them respecting others themselves. In older generations having good manners was taught. It was said…

One of the most valuable and attractive traits in a person is respect. Respect towards yourself and acquaintances are the most common form of respect. It creates calm environment in the workplace, personal space, and shows how you feel for one another. Respect also builds character and structure in a person. “Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners.”- Laurence Sterne. One of the most important forms of respect is self-respect. When one respects themselves,…

Respect— the key to personal growth Relationships surround us, and we often take for granted those relationships—it’s human nature. But, we still have control of that relationship, how we feed it, how we make it grow, and how we care for it. One of the key elements for growing a relationship is respect, mutually. Any relationship is like a tree, and respect is the sunlight and water upon it. It is our choice if we want to water the plant, or let it wither away. What is respect? Respect is a…

I’m writing this because I’m stealer and I’m writing about respect to know what respect mean and why respect is important. What does respect lead to and ways to give respect and what I learned? Respect is a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities or achievements. Respect is important because it shows that one values another as an individual, and honors the person rights and dignity of the person as a fellow human being. Respect is defined as…

I believe in a lot on things, many on which are important, but the most important in my view is respect. I believe in respect because that's how I was taught. I was taught to respect me elders and respect my family members. I believe that if anyone older than you walks out the door you’re going into, you should hold the door for them, why?, well if I was coming out the door and someone was following me it would be a huge inconvenience to shut the door and then have that person directly behind me…

To have a good friendship that will last, you must respect another’s freedom of choice, just as they respect yours. Without valuing others; beliefs, you cannot expect them to value yours. In school, showing respect to staff and students encourages them to portray their own ideas by creating an open, comfortable environment. By showing respect in school, you can encourage kindness and honor, instilling the worth and enhancing the self-esteem of every student. My parents talk about core values…