Respect

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Daily writing prompt
What principles define how you live?

I would say “respect” is the overall theme I try to live by.

Respect others and their viewpoints, even if you don’t always agree.

No one is ever going to see exactly eye to eye on every single issue, so live and let live. There’s no reason to disrespect others just because you don’t share the same thoughts on every little thing. If you talk to someone long enough, there’s a good chance there are at least a couple things you have in common.

Respect your work and do it with a sense of pride.

Yeah, sure, you may not like your job that much, but respect the fact that you have one and are quite probably in a much better spot than a lot of folks. Also, respect yourself enough to do a good job. Now, I am not saying kill yourself, or have undying loyalty to a company, because they probably don’t have any to you, but do your shit and do it well. If for no other reason than to minimize the chance you’ll get bitched at for something stupid. ๐Ÿ˜„

Show respect for the world around you.

We often take this beautiful world around us for granted. But how easily we forget that without this world around us, life as we know it would not exist. Everything is part of the great chain that supports life. The water that flows around us, the air that we breathe automatically, the plants, trees and animals that sustain this world and do their part to keep it spinning.

I’m not saying you have to join Greenpeace or chain yourselves to a tree here. Just show some appreciation and respect for the earth and be grateful. Don’t litter and be a decent human being (or gorilla).

I like to keep things simple when I can, and while I am far from perfect, I find a simple general attitude of respect can go a long, long way.

Peace out, folks. Rock on.

ยฉThe Beginning At Last


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84 responses to “Respect”

  1. And your life would be 100x betterrr!

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    1. In many cases, yes, I believe so too. ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ‘

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  2. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Beautiful post, Kevin, and true! Respect is a door to dignity.

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    1. Thank you, Stephanie. As another blogger already commented, it’s not always easy these days. All we can do is try. ๐Ÿ™

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  3. True, but these days itโ€™s difficult

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    1. I agree that it is difficult. All we can do is try our best, really.

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  4. โ€œR-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me!โ€ ๐ŸŽต ๐ŸŽถ

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    1. 6-Song Sunday in the comments section lol

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      1. It seemed appropriate ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ

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      2. Hey, it works ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  5. Ah hem. Now that Iโ€™m done singing lol ๐Ÿ˜†
    I love this, and what a beautiful way to say to respect the Earth and beautiful nature and the trees and animals and (the moon and stars and all that) as well as other people. Really so lovely ๐Ÿ˜Š

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    1. Also, I love how your walking outside picture has a touch of fall to it, mine has a touch of fall too, but Iโ€™m inside ๐Ÿ˜†

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      1. I decided he needed to be in nature for that one lol

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      2. Very lovely and true ๐Ÿƒ ๐Ÿ I like to see him walking in nature ๐Ÿ˜‰

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      3. He likes to when he’s able ๐Ÿ˜Š

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      4. Hereโ€™s to hoping for more of that ongoing ๐Ÿ˜Š

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      5. Here’s hoping indeed ๐Ÿคž๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜‰

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      6. ๐Ÿ’ฏ percent soon enough so we can have a spicy taco buffet!! ๐ŸŒฎ ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

        But probably need to do some hiking first to work up an appetite ๐Ÿฅพ ๐Ÿ˜œ

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      7. Yes need to get the blood flowing and all that good stuff ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜œ

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      8. Blood raging through the veins is always a plus ๐Ÿฉธ

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      9. It doesn’t hurt that’s for sure ๐Ÿ’ช

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      10. You know what hurts? My body ๐Ÿ˜† ๐Ÿ™„ ugh ๐Ÿ˜ซ workout pains setting in x100000 ๐Ÿ˜œ

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      11. I told you go easy ๐Ÿ˜†๐Ÿ˜†

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      12. Nothin a hot shower and some ibuprofen wonโ€™t fix ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿšฟ ๐Ÿ’Š or perhaps I shouldโ€™ve taken a cold shower? Hmm ๐Ÿค”

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      13. Maybe both? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‰

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      14. 2 showers huh??

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      15. Or run it cold then crank it to hot. Or vice versa. Efficiency ๐Ÿ˜‰

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      16. Duhhh ๐Ÿคช

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      17. Master the possibilities lol

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      18. Apparently I need things spelled out for me at times

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      19. I can relate to that lol

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    2. Thank you, Laura. It’s a simple philosophy, and not always easy, I know. But we can at least try. ๐Ÿ˜Š

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      1. Sure, I agree. I donโ€™t think you and I are ones that have trouble with being respectful, though lol ๐Ÿคช

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      2. No, not usually. And if I am not, there’s usually a valid reason.

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      3. OHHH REALLY?? Do tell ๐Ÿคช

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      4. If someone doesn’t give respect or do anything to earn it, they don’t get it, plain and simple. lol

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      5. No no I meant about the other stuff lol

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      6. Oh, ok. Sorry – slow on the uptake ๐Ÿ˜†

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  6. Not all who wander are lost Avatar
    Not all who wander are lost

    Respecting all aspects of our world is something so many people give lily service to, but rarely give without exceptions. Well said as always, sir:)

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    1. Thank you much. ๐Ÿ˜Š
      It’s certainly not as easy as 1, 2, 3, but at least an effort would go a long way.

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  7. Respect! ๐Ÿซก

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    1. ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ‘ yes ๐Ÿ˜Š

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  8. Yes! Respect rules. Respect for the environment, other people’s property, everyone we meet . . . It is a common topic of discussion with my grandsons, as in, “Was that respectful?”

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    1. It’s a conversation it would be nice to see a lot more people having

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  9. … really does go a long way …
    well said, Chief…

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    1. Indeed it does. Thank you much, Destiny ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™

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  10. Nice post ๐Ÿ‘

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    1. Thank you very much!

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      1. Welcome ๐Ÿ˜Š

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  11. True words. ‘Respect’ is an ‘easy’ for some people as part of their values and their appreciation for life and its blessings. In the same time, it’s an ‘easy to avoid’ trait for other people who prioritize their ego.

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    1. Very well said. A lot of people let pride get in their way.

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  12. Oh man… I was just talking to my father earlier today about the amount of litter that accumulates in my front yard. Why!? Why is this a thing!? We did a field cleanup earlier today, and I’m like “there are literally trashcans everywhere!”… but it’s everywhere you go. If there’s food and beverage accessible; hell, even if it isn’t… humans ๐Ÿ˜‘ Anyway, that’s where your post just took me. I appreciate your “respect” principle โค

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    1. Thank you, Kay. It’s not as hard as some people make it out to be, but well, here we are lol

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      1. Unfortunate, but true… (I refrained from “indeed” lol)

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      2. Thank you. I am working on having that trademarked LOL

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      3. ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜‚

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  13. but do your shit and do it well… That’s my ethos for most things..I can’t stand mediocrity. Half-assed people drive me nuts. But I’m learning to just chill..let it flow…โ˜ ๏ธโ˜ ๏ธ

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    1. Same here. I try to do my best, and realize that I can’t control what others are going to do. That’s on them. lol

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      1. Until it’s on us lol. But you’re right. Control only what we can.

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      2. Well, yes. That is an important caveat lol
        Sometimes I guess it is unavoidable, but when it is avoidable, I say forget about it hahaha

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      3. Gotta know when to pick those battles ๐Ÿ˜‚

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      4. Oh, picking the right hill to die on is another art form in and of itself ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„

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      5. ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚ there is no victory is there? Rage against the Machine all you want. ๐Ÿคช

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      6. I don’t know, really. Maybe pushing through is the victory? Or at least a big part of it.

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      7. Unfortunately that’s the default. I push through even if there is no victory. Well, a personal victory perhaps. That satisfaction is priceless. ๐Ÿ’ช

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      8. Exactly. It might not be a tangible one, but internally, we know we did it. That counts for a lot.

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      9. Yeah man . I take my wins wherever I can find them .life is tough ๐Ÿ˜‚

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      10. Sometimes that’s all we’ve got eh? Yet, somehow we manage still.

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      11. That’s life mate. Little victories, keep us pressing on. Little moments of bliss, keep us motivated. Little by little, some by some. It’s the journey that is the joy in life.

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      12. And what a wild ride it sometimes is! ๐Ÿ˜„

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      13. It certainly is. No rest for the weary

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  14. A gorilla after my own heart. I believe in everything you just said. It’s a better way to live life. No sense being nasty at someone because your opinion might be different.

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    1. Thank you Pennie. Exactly. Save the energy. Nastiness is tiring I think

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  15. We live in a time where many people assume your position based on the first one or two words you say. I am guilty of it myself at times. I think if we stopped and listened, truly listened, we’d find we have a lot more in common than we might think.

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    1. I’m sure you are quite right indeed.
      A lot of us are great at talk. Not so great at listening.

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  16. Jade Clark Avatar
    Jade Clark

    Beautiful post!well put together

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    1. Thank you very much. Greatly appreciated!

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  17. Completely agree with this โค

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    1. Thank you very much! ๐Ÿ˜Š

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      1. No problem! โค

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