respect.

re·spect (r-spkt)

tr.v. re·spect·ed, re·spect·ing, re·spects

1. To feel or show deferential regard for; esteem.

2. To avoid violation of or interference with: respect the speed limit.

3. To relate or refer to; concern.

n.

1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. See Synonyms at regard.

2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem.

3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation.

4. respects Polite expressions of consideration or deference: pay one's respects.

5. A particular aspect, feature, or detail: In many respects this is an important decision.

6. Usage Problem Relation; reference. See Usage Note at regard.

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if you think about it, the values hammered into us when we were young about respecting our elders, they are oh-so-important. especially being of Chinese origin, it's even more crucial to be respectful to people of seniority/authority.

but actually it's not just respect towards those more superior, but it's also respect to the younger ones.

because if you respect them, they will (hopefully) respect you.

looking back, I haven't done any of the immediate above. yes I seem respectful enough to those higher up in the ranks than me most times, but I don't really respect my juniors, nor my peers at that.

how does one go about doing that?

you're right, do to others what you want others to do to you...