NOTE:This blog is inspired by Jeremy's current film shoot, but its not limited to that in the least.
RESPECT
You know, we as adults are willing to put up with a lot. We'll work for less pay, or go overtime to get a project done. We'll pay for our own expenses. We'll deprive ourselves of sleep. Basically, we'll work ourselves to the bone. (and even if you wouldn't, go with me on this...)
We do it for many reasons: to get something from someone, to earn ourselves a little time off, to make sure someone else is taken care off, but mostly, because we said we would. We keep our word (Remember I'm talking adults here. Overgrown teenagers who never emotionally matured don't count)
So if you see someone doing this on your behalf, and you're an adult, what do you do? You show respect back. Cause you know what they went through. And if you're a NICE adult, you might even show a little gratitude. (GASP!)
Cause what happens if you don't show it? You are way less likely to have that person push so hard for you again. Because who wants to work for someone who doesn't show respect? Not me. At that point, you've lost MY respect.
So the next time you're about to take for granted stuff that people do for you, remember, respect is hard to find and really easy to lose. Give it back, and you might actually not have to work so hard to get it.
1 comment:
What a perfect post to read on Thanksgiving, and a generally great reminder. I think that often we assume to know and remember this. And, while it should be common courtesy, sometimes we take the common for granted and forget ourselves. At the same time, there must be an element of forgiveness, I believe, because we are so fallible. It's the adults, to whom you were referring, who recognize when they've made a mistake on either end of this situation and can humble themselves enough to make good once again.
I hope we'll see you at the very least briefly today. Happy Thanksgiving, Katy.
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