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Lesson ID: 13036
What is respect? You have surely heard this word and probably been told to show respect! But it is so much easier to show respect when you know how it feels. Find the secret to understanding RESPECT.
You have probably been told to...
The list of people and things you are taught to respect can be long!
Respect is not only about a list of Dos and Don'ts; it can start in your heart!
Sometimes, you will need reminders to show respect; however, as you truly understand respect, you will begin to live it in your own life.
Respect will come more easily to you when you know how it feels, and then you can recognize the difference it can make for yourself and others.
A little respect can go a long way.
As you begin to think about that, watch the two videos below before completing a fun activity with the word RESPECT.
Start with a fun way to explore what respect means.
Think about a time when someone treated you kindly. Maybe they listened to you, helped you, or used polite words. That feeling you had—valued, important, and cared for—that is what respect feels like.
Now imagine the opposite. Someone ignores you, interrupts you, or says something unkind. That uncomfortable feeling helps you understand what disrespect feels like.
Respect is not just a list of rules. It is a way you choose to treat people every day. It shows up in small actions, like:
Respect also shows up in how you treat yourself. When you take care of your body, try your best, and believe that you matter, you are showing self-respect.
Respect becomes easier when you pay attention to feelings—both yours and others’. If something would hurt your feelings, it will probably hurt someone else’s too. That simple idea can guide your choices.
Now think about this:
Take a moment to picture it clearly. What did the person say or do? How did you react?
Next, think about how you can give that same feeling to someone else.
Now it is time to explore your own ideas about respect.
Complete the Word Fun: RESPECT worksheet, found under Downloadable Resources in the right-hand sidebar, to build your own meaning of the word.
Then, move on to the “Respect in All Areas of Life” activity. Use real-life examples to show how respect looks and feels in your daily life.
After finishing, answer this question:
Understanding those feelings is the key. Once you recognize them, you can choose respect more often—and that changes everything.
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