What qualities constitute Respect, a gentleman refined

Respect is a gentleman refined,

Empathetic to peers in need;

Selfless, truthful and kind

Prizing other’s deeds,

Ever ready to lend a hand

Calm in the face of wrath

Thoughtful in making his stand.

Reverence he shows for the dignity

Especially towards self-worth

Seldom does he show irritability

Pleasant when others play upon his nerves

Even tempered when facing anger

Cautious with what he says

Timely is he as an acknowledger.

Retrospective is he in his actions

Erudite in his beliefs;

Self-aware in his reactions

Practical in what he conceives.

Esteems himself at good rate

Careful with what he does

Temperament calm is his trait.

Regards others with consideration

Effusive, amicable and kind

Slow to say things out of frustration

Painstaking so others will not mind

Elegant in disposition

Certain in his stand

Thankful for his position.

Ready for others to make space

Energy put into compassion

Serving others with good grace

Polished with empathy and contrition

Ensnared in difficult positions

Constructive advice he gives to those

Torn between positions

Radiating self-confidence

Elegance he defines

Sureness he exudes

Placates when it is due time

Erect does he stand

Candid with thoughts only at times

Trustworthiness at hand.