RESPECT

It has been said often enough; respect is not given, it must be earned. I don't believe that. We all deserve the respect due any human being. I don't think I am wrong, but if I am, even if it's really true, I have done enough to have earned it, a great deal of respect. If I don't have it, I have done enough. I can do no more but respect myself enough to let go of people that consistently disrespect me. I ought to do this without rancor or a show of bitterness, but out of respect for myself.