[FrankR]

But then...when something is maintained, it is a continual earning of that respect...same thing.

[Sergio]

Hmmm...trying to create a phrase in response to “respect must be earned” is not as easy as I thought. Chalk it up to inept choice of words.

What I was so poorly trying to point out is that respect is earned by giving it. It is much easier to be treated with respect when you give it first. If we only give kindness when we are given it, there will be less kindness in the world.

Sorry if it seems kinda fuzzy, it's not an easy concept for me to get across. Regardless, have a great day and thanks for your response.