Quote by John Bytheway

It is better to be respected than it is to be popular. Popularity ends on yearbook day, but respect lasts forever.

It is better to be respected than it is to be popular. Popul

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This quote suggests that it is more important to be admired and honored by others rather than seeking temporary popularity. While popularity can fade over time, such as after graduation when yearbooks are put away, respect endures indefinitely. It implies that prioritizing integrity, character, and earning the genuine esteem of others is more valuable in the long run, as true respect lasts throughout one's life.

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