'Do Unto Others...'

       This concept describes a 'reciprocal', or 'two-way', relationship between one's self, and, others, that involves both sides, equally, and in a mutual fashion. In keeping with this sentiment, if we believe ourselves worthy of regard, from others, with whom we interact, then, it is only, right, and, fair, to give back, in kind, to them. This, simple, philosophy, of 'The Golden Rule'; treating others as we, ourselves, wish to be treated, would, seem, an easy one to follow. However, I often witness behavior which is significant of this not being the case. Talking poorly of someone," behind his or her back", is, akin to treating that same someone, with disregard, straight to his/her face. I must imagine that most, if asked, would suggest that they would not like knowing that other people spoke ill of them; who wishes to be 'dissed', after all? Nobody I've ever met. Yet, talking about others seems a favorite pastime, for some people. Why is this, I wonder? On a rare, occasion, when in company of another, who is engaging in this type 'folly', I've asked why it is he/she feels it's ok to do so. A pat response, seems to be, that the participant feels justified, because they are certain that others do the same, with respect to them. Oh...and, that makes it acceptable, huh? How is that? I'm sorry, but, that rationale, isn't very rational, to me. Besides, 'two wrongs DO NOT make a right.'...RIGHT? Additionally, this idea, that, 'what's good for the goose, IS NOT good, for the gander', is a touch like hypocrisy, is it not? If we all expected better behavior of ourselves, rather than to worry over others, and, their practices, it would be a nicer world. Rather than allowing ourselves to use other people's bad, behavior, as excuses, and, justification of our own, continued, poor, performances, take charge...own your actions... choose be a better you. And, do what you want others to do unto you. Just Sayin'...