Age doesn’t guarantee respect.

 Age doesn’t guarantee respect.” "It originates from the way you interact with others.

Mutual respect is essential at all times.

You are not obligated to someone solely based on their age—whether they are older or younger.

When someone is disrespectful, indifferent, or damaging, their age or status does not justify such conduct.

In India, we are frequently encouraged to remain quiet and endure disrespect simply based on “seniority” or “tradition.”

However, that is not acceptable.

If someone—regardless of age—talks to you in a manner that feels inappropriate, you are completely justified in saying:

"Kindly refrain from speaking to me in that manner." "I am addressing you with respect, and I expect the same back from you."

Defending yourself is not disrespectful.

It’s instructing others on how to regard you.

Have you ever been silenced in the name of “respect”?

How did you respond—or how do you wish you had responded?

Let’s start a conversation.