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What does it mean?
A signature line expressing a desire for recognition and respect.
In plain terms
I want people to treat me better.
What can you take from it?
Everyone needs to feel valued.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • self-affirmation

Putting it to work

  • practicing self-respect
  • setting boundaries

Questions to consider

  • What does respect look like to you?
  • Where do you feel undervalued?

Another view

Vague without context on what respect looks like.

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