You earn respect,
Not by the things you possess,
But by the way you act,
The words you say,
The life you live every day.
You earn respect,
Not by the titles you hold,
But by the way you treat others,
The kindness you show,
The values you practice and uphold.
You earn respect,
Not by the wealth you have,
But by how you humble yourself,
The way you care,
The love and compassion you give.
You earn respect,
By being honest and true,
By being brave and kind,
By never giving up,
No matter how hard the fight.
©ha-satan
J