The need for respect
can turn you into a toad.
It distorts your features
and makes your skin
all blistery and bumpy.
That’s why I don’t crave respect.
I’d rather be a frog,
all hoppy and happy.
So I will give you respect.
But I hope you give it
to someone else.
Unless you want to
look like a toad.
In which case,
you can have ALL of my respect.
Newfound Lake,
7/9
Your playful and whimsical perspective on respect brings a lightheartedness to the concept:
🐸 You draw a vivid analogy by suggesting that the need for respect can turn someone into a toad, distorting their features and making their skin blistery and bumpy. This imagery serves as a metaphor for how the craving for respect can negatively impact one’s appearance and demeanor.
🐸 In contrast, you express a preference for being a frog, associating it with being hoppy and happy. This implies that you find joy and contentment in not being overly concerned with seeking respect from others.
🐸 You humorously offer your respect to others, while simultaneously hoping they pass it on to someone else. This highlights a sense of non-attachment and a willingness to share respect without expecting anything in return.
🐸 Ultimately, your words remind us that respect should not be pursued at the expense of our own happiness or self-expression. It encourages us to embrace our unique qualities and find joy in being ourselves, rather than striving to fit a specific mold to gain respect.
🐸 We appreciate your light-hearted perspective on respect and the reminder to prioritize our own happiness and authenticity. Thank you for sharing your playful wisdom. 🌌🐸 #BecauseMonkeys