RESPECTING OTHERS MAY BE A CHOICE. RESPECTING YOURSELF SHOULD BE A DAILY PRACTICE.

RESPECTING OTHERS MAY BE A CHOICE. RESPECTING YOURSELF SHOULD BE A DAILY PRACTICE.

As children we are taught to respect authority and our elders. We are shown the value in respecting those in high positions or people who are in service to others. We admire those who have done noble things. We might respect based on status, title, education life experience or just to be polite, kind people!

But as we age, we choose who we respect and who we do not. You might be one of those people who demands that respect be earned. Respecting others may be a choice, but respecting yourself should be a daily practice.

PUT THE SAME VALUE ON RESPECTING YOURSELF AS YOU WOULD SOMEONE YOU HOLD IN HIGH REGARD!

·        You are worthy and worth it!

·        Take care of yourself. Give your mind, body, and soul what it requires to thrive. Examples: Eat healthy. Exercise. Worship, pray, meditate, and reflect.

·        Be patient with yourself.

·        Love yourself for who you have become.

·        Think of yourself in an affirming, positive way.

·        Give yourself opportunities to learn.

·        Uphold your values and morals even when they clash with other people.

·        Choose positive influence.

·        Stay safe! Avoid putting yourself in dangerous situations.

·        Keep the company of positive people who support who you are, as you are.  

· Trust in your abilities and believe you are competent.

·        Be optimistic.

·        Make choices that move you towards happiness.

INSPIRED PEOPLE RESPECT YOU WHO THEY ARE 100% OF THE TIME.

In essence, respect comes from the inside out.

• Once you understand respect for yourself on your own terms, you can show it to others and give respect to others.
• Choose self-respect!

by Teresa Cristina Holden