I’d rather have people respect me for my character and actions than simply admire good deeds or fear power.
Admiration can be fleeting or surface-level, and power alone can isolate or intimidate. But respect earned through integrity, empathy, and consistency is deeper and more meaningful. It means people trust you, value your judgment, and believe in your principles — not just what you can do for them or to them.
In the long run, I’d want to be someone who leaves others feeling heard, supported, and respected — whether I have power or not.
Thank you Kelvin for sharing your thoughts