Difference between “Fear” and “Respect”

Fear is an emotion induced by a perceived threat which causes entities to quickly pull far away from it and usually hide and Respect is a positive feeling of esteem or deference for a person or other entity (such as a nation or a religion), and also specific actions and conduct representative of that esteem. In our life we always have fear of something that maybe while doing works or sitting with our friends or while in our home or doing something else, so fear is like our enemy that always exist with us and Respect means the positive feeling that comes through positive thoughts, positive strength and is also the mutual understanding that creates good relation among the people, is something that is earned when we treat well with other people.

Fear is frequently related to the specific behaviors of escape and avoidance, whereas anxiety is the result of threats which are perceived to be uncontrollable or unavoidable. It is worth noting that fear almost always relates to future events, such as worsening of a situation, or continuation of a situation that is unacceptable. Fear can also be an instant reaction to something presently happening. All people have an instinctual response to potential danger, which is in fact important to the survival of all species. The reactions elicited from fear are seen through advantages in evolution. Fear can be a manipulating and controlling factor in an individual's life. Respect is both given and received. We expect other people to respect us in return for the respect we show them. Respect is also something that is earned by the standards of the particular society in which one lives. Respect cannot be measured as a quantity, cannot be bought or traded, it is one of those things that is earned and built over time, but that can be lost with one stupid or inconsiderate act. One can ask or beg for respect, but only others can bestow us with respect as a result of their perceived treatment by us. Respect cannot always be seen or observed by actions, but for those who practice chivalry, the outward display of respect is refreshing.

So, at last fear and respect is something that people carry with them but there is not always fear or respect, but people should learn how to respect others, they should try to overcome their fear. We all have fear in ourselves but that fear is inner fear from other whom we respect, but some fear is dangerous fear that is harmful for all is physical fear where people get fear from others and don’t respect others due to such fear. As we know there is fear everywhere but there is also a word called respect which helps us to overcome these fear. So have a respectful life not fearful life. (Anon., 2010)

Reference

Anon., 2010. My word, My Philosophy. [Online]

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