The People's Treaty

- January 20, 2020

Treat people the way you wish to be treated.
It is vital to treat people and even the ground you walk on with a level of respect.

It is a fact, we are sometimes inconsiderate in the way we judge people, be they strangers, subordinates, juniors, the marginalised, and friends. They all have their silent battles.

It is likely we hastily dismiss those who show signs of suspension of a probable misdemeanour, without looking beyond the obvious.

Often our astute powers of observation might help us to notice aspects of someone’s character that don’t measure up to standards.
We may also condemn others not because we truly know them, but based on hearsays and what a third-person told us.

It’s likely we may even set the bar of expectations so high that only a few could pass our tough standards.

While not advocating for people's security consciousness to be lowered, it behoves us all to treat everyone with dignity and decency.
We even have a greater need to care for those our environment and the air we breathe.

It's apparent that in life people will help us grow, while some will hurt, abuse or discourage us, others will inspire us to do better.

But since we don't meet people by accident in life, we have to treat people with respect, because they are all part of the life process.

Treating people, including ourselves, with love and compassion requires that we listen critically in our relationships in order to grow.

Fortunately, prioritising compassion and communication empowers others to be their best selves.

Therefore, a gentle word today, a kind look, and a good-natured smile and a thoughtful gesture can work wonders and accomplish miracles.

Appreciate those who were there for you yesterday. Kindly, lend a helping hand to the needy today.
Reach out often to the unlettered in our society.
And don't limit these deeds to the people you know or like, but do extend it to strangers and those who even don't deserve it.