The video discusses six ways to gain respect from others, starting with the importance of self-respect. It emphasizes the need to set clear boundaries, prioritize one's own needs, and not over-apologize. The video also suggests speaking up, using confident body language, and being mindful of one's actions and words. By adopting these behaviors, individuals can command respect from others and build healthier relationships.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Researchers like Herbert M. Lefcourt state that having an internal locus of control is a key condition for mental health.
2. Locus of control refers to how much someone feels a sense of agency towards their life.
3. Someone with an internal locus of control believes that the things that happen to them are strongly influenced by their own actions, abilities, or mistakes.
4. Practicing self-respect involves allowing oneself to say no without feeling guilty and prioritizing what is important in one's life.
5. Setting clear boundaries is important for maintaining healthy relationships.
6. Understanding that one doesn't have to be nice all the time can help in prioritizing one's own happiness.
7. Allowing oneself to admit having a bad day can help in avoiding unnecessary guilt.
8. Speaking up and asserting oneself can help in gaining respect from others.
9. Using hand gestures and giving equal amounts of eye contact can help in conveying one's message effectively.
10. Over-apologizing can be seen as a sign of submissiveness and can lead to others taking advantage.
11. Displaying confident body language, such as good posture and eye contact, can help in commanding respect.
12. Crossing one's arms can be seen as defensive and it's best to relax them by one's side.