We teach other people how to treat us

Do you know who you are?  I am not asking what you do, but if you know who you are as a human.  Many of us do not know this.  We define ourselves by what we do, not who we are at our essence.  So, are you a fine human who tries to do the best you can every day?  Are you a loving mother, a kind-hearted and generous person who looks outside of yourself to help others? Are you smart and talented and do you use your talents?  Do you have standards you adhere to no matter what?  These are just some of the questions a person might ask themselves.  We are human beings, not human doings.  And the way we treat ourselves is in direct proportion to the way others treat us.  Wow!  That could be scary or good, huh?!  Make a ripple, respect yourself, see what happens.