To respect each person, we need to be aware that every person has different character and feelings. Our practices are affected by our cultures. We can respect one another by being a good listener. Conflicts of ideas can be handled in a civil way. When it comes to religious belief, we should respect the beliefs of others just as we want others to respect ours. We also need to respect the opinions of our own children. From their childhood days, as parents we should teach them to respect the differences of one another. We should show a high level of patience even if someone has done us wrong. We should also remind ourselves not to shout insulting words when there is a heated argument, and try to keep cool and settle the problem when we are ready.
— Precy Española
I always listen carefully to every word a person says and observe before I talk. If a friend shares a problem, I will listen attentively. If my advise is asked, I will say it in a manner that would not hurt her pride. Sometimes a person with a problem tends to be sensitive. And if I am not prudent in my words, it may tend to cause misunderstanding. There are chances that my opinion can be contrary to what she wants to hear. Furthermore, we should not insist on our way of thinking and expect others to agree with us.
— Maricel Esquilla
Every person have their differences in attitude, appearance, opinions and outlook on life. I show my respect to others by always keeping in my mind that I won’t do to them anything which I do not want others to do to me. No matter what kind of people they are, big or small, rich or poor, look at them in the way we want them to look at us. We should respect the views of our own children too. Children nowadays can have a thinking of an adult. We should also train our children manners while they are still young so that they can talk with respect specially to their elders. It is important to talk in a cordial way if we have clashes of opinions. Shouting at one another just worsen the relationship. We should try to avoid discussions when we are in an angry mood.
— Maria Teresa Maunahan
I listen to others without being judgemental and I need to be careful with what I am going to say. I respect other people’s differences and their feelings. We have different strengths, weaknesses and ways to interpret matters. We can approach other people in a better way and there is no need to hurt any one. Another way to avoid conflicts is not to be biased or opinionated. One thing I keep in my mind is to keep quiet if I do not have any good things to say. Meeting new friends of different races and cultures can help us understand others better too.
—Jonalyn Reyes
Respect begets respect. We just have to understand and listen to story of others. Respect their decision even if it’s different from yours. We should always know even though friends ask your opinion, they are the last one to decide what to do. Let them make their own decision. Avoid gossiping and being nosy about other people’s life. However if your help is needed, do it gently and sincerely.
— Elizabeth Seronda
Every human being reacts to the same situation in different ways, which are also affected by his culture. A way to respect differences among people is to treat them the way we want to be treated. We can share our knowledge and culture with others of different nationalities. We can form a bond of unity and friendship. If we belong to a community, we welcome new members and make them feel at ease and have a sense of belonging. We practice a give and take attitude. We avoid discussing topics of conflicts and respect the beliefs of one another. One reminder best is to keep in confidentiality what others entrust to us. Quarells and hatred usually appears after tale-telling or gossips.
— Juanita Soreta
