How to Get Respect From Your Family, Friends, and Co-Workers
How many times have you heard someone say, "I can't get no respect!" If you identify with that statement then there are a few things you can start doing that will earn you the respect that you desire.
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First and foremost be a person of your word. In other words, if you say you will do something then follow through. Respect is given to someone that is trustworthy. If others feel that your word doesn't mean much, they will definitely not respect you. People that say one thing and do another are labeled "flakes". Flakes don't get much respect from others because they aren't seen as dependable. So if you want to be respected then let your word be like gold.
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Next, be honest. If you are the type of person that tends to lie to get yourself out of a problem then you might find that just fessing up and telling the truth will earn you more respect than giving a false excuse. When people catch others in a lie then they doubt everything they have to say from that point on. Plus, if you have the guts to face up to the situation without lieing your way out of it you will find that people will admire your courage.
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Be a person who isn't afraid to stand up to bullies. This doesn't mean that you are out to fight and argue with everyone you perceive to be a bully, but if someone pushes their weight around at the expense of someone else, don't be afraid to speak up and say, "That's not okay". If you care about the rights of others they will in turn respect you.
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Have clear boundaries. What does that mean? It means that you don't let someone walk all over you because you have limits. Let someone know what you are willing to tolerate and what the consequences will be if they step over the line. This can be hard to do if you really care about someone, but it will actually improve your relationship if they learn to respect that you are not someone who they can pushed around without addressing the issue. If someone knows they can push you and get away with it, they will continue to push you.
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Be forgiving. Let bygones be bygones. Don't hold grudges and don't let yourself become bitter over ANYTHING. Life is too short for that and we all know those people who let themselves fester over wrongs that have been done to them. When you extend forgiveness you show that no one has the ability to control your emotions.
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Take the time to acknowledge others when they do something good. When you recognize others they feel appreciated and they in turn appreciate you. But have right motives; don't say something nice to someone just so that they will say something nice to you. Give freely not expecting anything in turn. If you are able to do this people will respect you more than you know.
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