Respect is a fundamental element of self-esteem. Children who grow up understanding how to show and receive respect, in return, will gain confidence, effective social skills and the ability to be tolerant.
“Walk a mile in my shoes” is good advice. Your kids will learn to respect others if they are used to imagining themselves in another’s place.
Your kids will grow to recognize that respect can be applied to people, property, ideas and the environment when you create scenarios or seize practical life moments to role play and teach your kids respect. Once your kids have an awareness of these situations that require respect and they understand how to give and get respect, they will grow into very successful and confident adults.