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Stop being a little bish: 10 habits to build respect and self-worth
Life is slow to reward the guy who plays it safe, is scared of his shadow, and hopes people will notice how nice he is.
That used to be me, and it did nothing for the dent I could have left on this planet.
One of the most invigorating life choices is to refuse to be weak. Life isn’t always easy, but it’s made far more complicated when you lose your sense of inner strength on top of that.
These 10 habits will help you stop sabotaging your life, draw respect from others, and respect yourself.
1. Never beg. Negotiate from strength.
Begging for approval, attention, or time is the ultimate wimp act.
Instead, approach every interaction with a negotiator’s mindset. Figure out the win-win agreement and shake on it. Never lower yourself to anyone, no matter how highly you view them.
We’re all just clothed chimps on a spinning rock in space.
People respect those who respect themselves first.
2. Become unpredictable.
Predictability will help you join the ranks of average and rather dull Nathanial Hogbottom.