Respect

 Respect is priceless. Sure it cannot be demanded. Yes, absolutely, it is commanded. But how? Let us explore the process a little in our blog today.

In my opinion, the real plinth on which can be built the unique monument of respect is transparency. If your words, and works, are clean, transparent, and hence belief-worthy, respect follows you like a doting puppy. 

They say, give respect and take respect. Well, I do not believe in such a business like barter. I think, respect requires something much more than convenient commerce or trading. Rather, it is born when you meet a person who genuinely makes you a better person. 

Empathy engenders respect, I think. When someone is ready to listen to you without judging you in a biased and partisan way, it is but natural that you would hold the person in high regards.

Accountability, too,  is the base of respect in my opinion. When.you are responsible regarding the consequences of your actions and words, worlds open up.

Not taking oneself too seriously matters much to me. If you have self-doubts, you are self-reflexive. You would hence think thrice before pointing fingers at others as "proudy" because you would realise that at least three fingers are pointing back at you!

A person who has a subtle and self-deprecating sense of humour may not crack pj's, but would en-light-en (in all possible senses of the term) the ambience around. No wonder, respect would follow like Mary's little lamb!

Pratima@Respect can never be bought, however rich you may consider yourself to be!