Army Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Men are respectable only as they respect.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Self-Reliance, 1841
Respect is earned by showing respect; moral worth is reflected in how we treat others.
In simple terms: Respect others to be respected.
Key Takeaway
Treat everyone with consideration.
Themes
respect
morality
human dignity
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- teamwork
- customer service
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
reciprocity
ethical behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you recall a time respect respect changed a relationship?
- How do you maintain respect when disagreeing?
A Different Perspective
Respect may be ignored by those who choose selfishness.
![“I can't imagine that I would be asked that by the president-elect [Donald Trump], or then-president [Barack Obama]. But it's - I'm very clear. I voted for the change that put the Army Field Manual in place as a member of Congress. I understand that law very, very quickly and am also deeply aware…” quote by James Mattis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/761/james-mattis-9515_army_i-can-t-imagine-that-i-would-be-asked-th_3990.jpg)
