My mom raised me to respect all elders—no questions asked. And I get it. I still believe in...

bijouxbroussard · F Best Comment

One of the many reasons I left the church and organized religion, which has been a huge factor in children having absolutely no rights and not being believed when adults abused them.

PhoenixPhail · M

Excellent! 👍

Strictmichael75 · 61-69, M

Respect is mutual
Should be shown both ways

ManOfSteel · 41-45, M

I agree with this completely. I taught my two little ones the exact same thing. Respect is important, but respect is also mutual. Kids should be taught to be polite and considerate, but they should also know that being younger doesn't mean they have to accept being disrespected or treated unfairly.
I want my children to be respectful, but I also want them to have enough self-respect to speak up when someone crosses a line. There's a big difference between standing up for yourself and being disrespectful.
Respect goes both ways, and that's a lesson that applies to everyone, regardless of age.

QCDog2659 · 61-69, M

I fully concur.

Benjr134 · M

Respect is earned. And in the 1800 age might be a factor but it’s very easy to live to 70 now that it is no longer the case.

Convivial · 26-30, F

I think a certain level of respect is paramount, until it isn't.... After that it has to be earnt

Patty81 · 41-45, C

Respect isn't obedience or silence

hunkalove · 70-79, M

I learned at an early age not to trust adults to do the right thing. I still don't.

Ann99 · 41-45, F

Respect should be given because of age, but if the same person is putting you down or hurting you, then you can respond respectfully and move on We were also raised in a similar way but now I understand that respect is important but it should come with boundaries

aboveaverageaveragejoe · 51-55, M

My mom raised me to respect all elders—no questions asked. And I get it. I still believe in respect… just not blind respect.