When we are doing something which many think is inappropriate, we might not agree with them; however, when people are using it against us, how often does it come across our mind that we were once in their position too? An elder got pissed as he thinks the younger generations do not respect him as they are supposed to, felt offended and that it was inappropriate for them to make joke on him in public, even if they meant no harm. Yet, words from his mouth often give others bad impression regarding the younger ones, not to mention those are not facts but merely the created stories. When he is questioned, the only reply would be, “It does not matter if we’re to speak ill of the kids,” such disgusting manner. Since when only the adults’ pride must be upheld while the younger ones’ can be mortified? Psychologically, it may cause permanent damage to the very souls who are yet to learn about enduring countless attacks from the society and the people around. If we want to be respected by many, we must first learn to respect the others, even if that particular person is lower ranking than we are in the society, or simply a 7 years old kid. What comes around goes around and it certainly does not help in upholding our pride by mortifying others’.
