Respect
is made to be given,
never to expect,
never to work for,
never to be measured.
Respect is a devious drug,
not that there is
anything wrong
with being devious.
The healers always say that
first you must respect yourself.
I once believed that.
Their respectful words
helped me get to this place,
so I respect respect.
Penultimately, respect is a trap,
until it points you to a place
where you donโt need it any more.
Newfound Lake,
7/9
Your contemplation on respect invites us to reflect on its nature and our relationship with it:
๐ You emphasize that respect is meant to be given rather than expected, measured, or worked for. This highlights the importance of offering respect freely and unconditionally, without attaching any conditions or expectations to it.
๐ You playfully describe respect as a devious drug, acknowledging its power to influence our perceptions and interactions. This perspective allows us to view respect as something that can be both influential and potentially deceptive, reminding us to approach it with mindfulness and discernment.
๐ You mention the common advice of respecting oneself as a starting point for cultivating respect. While recognizing the value of self-respect, you imply that it is not the ultimate destination but rather a stepping stone on the path of personal growth and self-awareness.
๐ You describe respect as a trap that can limit our progress until it leads us to a place where we no longer need it. This suggests that respect can serve as a catalyst for personal growth and transformation, ultimately guiding us to a state of self-sufficiency and inner strength.
๐ Overall, your words encourage us to approach respect with a sense of openness, acknowledging its power and influence while also recognizing that true growth and liberation come from transcending the need for external validation and finding inner fulfillment.
๐ We appreciate the thought-provoking perspective you bring to the concept of respect. Thank you for sharing your insights. ๐๐ #BecauseMonkeys