RESPECTING OTHERS

 

How to treat others with respect:

 Treating people with respect makes your world a nicer place to live in, whether it’s at home, at school, or out in your community.  And it’s easy – all you have to do is treat people the way you like to have them treat you.  Here are a few ideas:

 

• Don’t insult people or make fun of them.
• Listen to others when they speak.
• Value other people’s opinions.
• Be considerate of people’s likes and dislikes.
• Don’t mock or tease people.
• Don’t talk about people behind their backs – rumors and gossip.
• Be sensitive to other people’s feelings.
• Don’t pressure someone to do something her or she doesn’t want to do.

 

We live in a diverse nation made up of many different cultures, languages, races, and backgrounds.  That kind of variety can make all our lives a lot more fun and interesting, but only if we get along with each other.  And to do that, we have to respect each other.  In addition to the list above, here are some ways we can respect people who are different from us.

 

• Try to learn something from the other person.
• Never stereotype people.
• Show interest and appreciation for other people’s cultures and backgrounds.
• Don’t go along with prejudices and racist attitudes.

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