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Quotes About Respect

She respected her husband in the same way as she respected the General Post Office, as something large, secure and fixed; and though she knew the small number of his talents she appreciated his abstract value as a male.
~ James Joyce
His Eminence Michael cardinal Logue, archbishop of Armagh, primate of all Ireland, His Grace, the most reverend Dr William Alexander, archbishop of Armagh, primate of all Ireland, the chief rabbi, the presbyterian moderator, the heads of the baptist, anabaptist, methodist and Moravian chapels and the honorary secretary of the society of friends.
~ James Joyce
People trample over flowers, yet only to embrace a cactus.
~ James Joyce
She bows her old head to a voice that
~ James Joyce
We gain no wisdom by imposing our way on others.
~ James Lee Burke
The boos always come from the cheap seats. We gain no wisdom by imposing our way on others
~ James Lee Burke
Alcoholism is not a disease here but a venerated family heirloom.
~ James Lee Burke
The men and women who protected them and would one day live in Valhalla required no recompense other than their own self-respect.
~ James Lee Burke
degree of civility I normally possess," he said. "What'd she say?
~ James Lee Burke
For the moment it was enough that his advisers and minions respected him–for reestablishing peace, for eliminating the group that had posed the greatest threat to continued stability–but eventually those same advisers would need to fear him. To understand the great power he wielded, as both Emperor and Dark Lord of the Sith. And to that end, Sidious needed Vader. For if someone as potent as Vader answered to the Emperor, then how powerful must the Emperor be!
~ James Luceno
For the moment it was enough that his advisers and minions respected him–for reestablishing peace, for eliminating the group that had posed the greatest threat to continued stability–but eventually those same advisers would need to fear him. To understand the great power he wielded, as both Emperor and Dark Lord of the Sith. And to that end, Sidious needed Vader.
~ James Luceno
You will be in charge of that, Moff Tarkin. Or should I say Grand Moff Tarkin." Tarkin's gaped in genuine surprise. "Grand Moff?
~ James Luceno
One last thing, Vice Admiral," Vader said as Rancit was being escorted aft down the walkway. "Moff Tarkin sends his regards.
~ James Luceno
Don't wash family linen in public, or with anyone except family.
~ James M. Cain
Showing appreciation for another's unique viewpoint demonstrates respect for them and their ideas. Being sensitive to what others are going through creates bonds that make it easier to accept one another's guidance and advice.
~ James M. Kouzes
Titles are granted, but it's your behavior that earns you respect.
~ James M. Kouzes
You can't command commitment; you have to inspire it. You
~ James M. Kouzes
There are no limits to kindness and consideration.22
~ James M. Kouzes
in fact that's what I liked about black folks all my life: They never judged me. My black friends never asked me how much money I made, or what school my children went to, or anything like that. They just said, "Come as you are." Blacks have always been peaceful and trusting.
~ James McBride
The greatest thrill is not to kill but to let live.
~ James Oliver Curwood
To steal book seems like stealing the soul out of someone.
~ James Oliver Curwood
Titles are public. They are for others to notice. I expect others to address me according to my titles, but I do not address myself with them-- unless, of course, I address myself as an other.
~ James P. Carse
I recommend you stick to your own species, Shy Babe. p. 155
~ James Patterson
Save your world. Love it. Protect it, and respect it and don't let haters represent it. Don't leave the saving to anyone else, ever, because, exhibit A - why, hello there - it's way too much for one person. And if you want to skip out on the responsibility train, my whole life - and death - will have been in vain. It's yours. It's all yours for taking! You're not going to waste it now, are you?
~ James Patterson