More two-way streets needed for travel

We need more two-way streets than those that travel only one-way.  Too many times lately I’ve had conversations about the lack of respect of this person to so-and-so, this teen to that adult, that adult to that teen, the list is as long as there are types of relationships.

I was raised that this is a basic courtesy I am to extend to all I come into contact with.  My parents insisted on it. My teachers expected it. My friends welcomed it. I appreciated it.

However, the more I gained a sense of who I was the more I gained an understanding of who deserved my respect.  Ultimately, I respect people for numerous reasons, such as:

1.     Honesty: It’s easy to respect people who are truthful with me.  There’s nothing worse than doubting what someone tells me.

2.     Hard work:  I value people’s efforts so much and get frustrated by those who only skim by.

3.     Stay true to who they are: This is one of the hardest things for people to do. I say, “There’s only one of you in this world.  Be YOU!”

4.     Those who strive to make a difference: The world needs more givers and fewer takers.

5.     People who do what they’ll say they’ll do.

What I do to show respect:

1.     Listen, in fact, I listen harder.

2.     Be considerate.

3.     Keep my promises.

4.     Show up on time.

5.     Use my manners.

6.     Encourage others.

7.     Be fair.

8.     Go out of my way.

9.     Help others maintain their dignity.

10.  Do not make assumptions.

I do believe that everyone should be given respect from the get-go, but that doesn’t automatically equate to that it’s always kept.  It has to be maintained.

I look forward to traveling down more two-way streets.  I hope others will join me in my travels.