I try to speak to others as I would like to be spoken to.
The tough lesson is understanding "the more you do it, the more likely you will continue to do it". You practice good behavior, you will be treated in kind.. "Turn the other cheek" is good for ONE turn. There is NO "S" on cheek.
When empathy and mutual respect are left out of the conversation, it's not a conversation it is a LECTURE.
I see that as a HUGE problem.. When the person that's posing the question is just looking for others input. If we can't look back and see good, in our answer, it's best to just erase it.. If you can't offer and honest answer without insult, BE QUIET.
I'm one happy fellow, BUT I find animals a lot more truthful the older I get...THUS I stay happy. I care for them and they care for me...
AND the Good GOOD Lord takes care of both of us. Good health, and a safe and secure family goes a long way for this old Dad, too..
Regards to all