Emotions, like germs, can influence our health and well-being. We need to be alert and deliberate in how we respond to exposure—whether we avoid it or invite it.
The process of gaining respect can take time, and we may need to remind ourselves to be patient. However, we are not powerless. By giving respect, resisting what is not respectful, and embracing elements that define respect, we can gain the confidence, stature, and positive regard we seek.