Respect feels like one of those timeless values, we all say it matters, we all believe people deserve it, and yet… many of us sense that something is shifting. In a world of fast communication, quick reactions, and increasing pressure, respect can feel harder to find and even harder to sustain.

In our latest episode of Perspectives from the Informed Perspective, we explore what’s really going on with respect today:What does it actually mean?What effect does it have on the brain and our performance when we are treated with respect?Why does it break down so easily?And how can we practice it, not as a slogan, but as a daily lived behaviour?

To help us dive deeper, we’re joined by three incredible guests:

* Julie Pham, who reveals how curiosity and a willingness to learn transform communication

* Paul Meshanko, who explains the brain science of respect, why it calms us, connects us, and supports our health and also talks about respect in the workplace

* Claudia Hackman, who shows how self-respect, boundaries, and cross-cultural etiquette can make everyday interactions kinder and more intentional

We explore:

* How respect is a behaviour, not just a belief

* Why self-respect and healthy boundaries are essential starting points

* How digital spaces and cultural differences create misunderstandings

* The power of small gestures, like eye contact, a smile, or thoughtful language

* Why leaders must model respect if they want it to thrive in their organisations

This episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconsider how we show up for one another, at home, at work, online, and in our communities.

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