There are many ways to earn respect. Sometimes the methods for doing so can vary; it really depends on WHO you try to gain respect from.
At home, you can the respect of your parents by doing what is expected of you (i.e. chores) and by showing them respect as well. These same rules can be applied to gaining the respect of your schoolteachers. However, when trying to gain the respect of other students you often must either do something fundamentally idiotic (like drugs, alcohol, or criminal activities), or simply behave like a jerk to people who have done nothing to earn disrespect and have not shown any to you. Personally I choose not to lower myself to such moronic standards, and if it means losing the respect of a bunch of retarded little cretins, so be it.
When on teams or in clubs, respect is earned not only by showing a high level of skill at the given activity, but also by being cooperative with teammates, being sportsmanlike and giving it your all. In other types of groups (non sports or other activity related) you can gain respect by being respectful to others (I know that one pops up a lot in here), and by acting in a mature, civilized, and responsible manner.
Among groups of friends respect s often given to those who show strength, both physical and psychological, and will take action when needed too.
As far as work and church I wouldn’t know from 1st hand experience. Though I assume at work respect can be earned by doing your job and doing it well. I have absolutely no clue about church though, because I have never gone and doubt I ever will. (Yes, I know I’m probably going to Hell)
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