Originally Posted By: Puppy
Getting back this respect is imperative no matter WHAT you two end up doing: reconciling, co-parenting, friends -- whatever. And it does wonders for your OWN self-esteem.


Absolutely!! And just the view that RESPECT is what I gained over the last few encounters is extremely helpful in getting out of the funk of yesterday and re-focusing on moving forward with:
-self-analysis
-M analysis
-self-improvement
-confidence
-self esteem
-self respect