Seventeen-year-old Andrew is used to getting what he wants and treating people badly when he doesn’t get it, but his father decides it’s time Andrew learned a lesson about respect when he mistreats a flight attendant.
“Do you think he’ll be okay?”
Steven had been watching his seventeen-year-old son walk toward the airport boarding gate, but now he looked down at his wife.
“Of course Andrew will be okay,” he replied.
“I hope this new school can help him learn some humility.”
“But what if they treat him badly in the dorms?” Steven’s wife looked up at him. “He’s never been to boarding school before.”
“That’s the point.” Steven clenched his jaw. “Andrew has become spoiled and he needs to learn some tough lessons about life.”
Months later, Andrew was flying home for the holidays after his first semester of boarding school. He’d hated every minute of his time there and was eager to return to his high-powered computer and the luxury car he got for his sixteenth birthday.
“Hey, you.” Andrew waved to the flight attendant, a redhead woman with freckles.
“How can I help you, sir?” The flight attendant smiled at him.
“You can get me something better to snack on than these peanuts.” Andrew threw the bag of peanuts at her.
The flight attendant’s smile turned into a frown. “Sir, please don’t throw things at me.”
“I’ll do what I like,” Andrew replied. “You’re here to serve me, so stop complaining and do your job.”
“Don’t talk to her like that.” The older man in the seat beside Andrew turned to look at him.
“Just because it’s her job to serve us doesn’t mean you can disrespect her.”
Andrew rolled his eyes and snapped his fingers at the flight attendant. “I’m still waiting for my snack.”
The flight attendant walked away with her eyes downcast. The older man in the next seat shook his head.
“Your parents must be so disappointed in you,” the elderly man muttered.
“Nobody asked you, old man.” Andrew began scrolling through the movie options.
After a few minutes, the flight attendant returned with a pretzel.
“Here you go, sir,” she said and held out the pretzel to him. “If there’s anything else —”
Andrew sneered and slapped the pretzel out of her hand. “I don’t want a pretzel!”
The flight attendant recoiled, tears forming in her eyes. “Peanuts and pretzels are the only snacks we serve on this flight.”
“That’s pathetic, just like you.” Andrew leaned forward in his seat. “Go and fetch me a proper snack, now!”
“How dare you talk to her like that?” A woman rose from her seat across the aisle and put a hand on the flight attendant’s arm.
“If she did her job then I wouldn’t have to.” Andrew pointed at the flight attendant.
“She’s a servant, and a bad one too.”
The flight attendant burst into tears. The woman passenger tried to comfort her.
“Somebody ought to give you a hiding, young man.” The elderly passenger in the seat next to Andrew scowled at him.
“I agree.” Somebody placed a hand on his shoulder.
At that moment, Andrew understood what his father had been trying to teach him.
Andrew recognized that voice. He turned and stared in surprise when he saw his dad behind him. His face was red with anger.
“Dad, what are you doing here?” Andrew asked.
“Flying home from a business trip,” Steven replied. “I hoped we might meet on the plane, but I never imagined it would be like this. Apologize to this young lady and the other passengers immediately.”
Andrew hunched his shoulders and mumbled an apology. He didn’t see what the big deal was, but he knew better than to disobey his father when he was so angry.
When Andrew and his father got home, Steven marched him straight to his office on the second floor of the luxurious house.
“This comes to an end right now.”
Steven shut the door and turned to point at Andrew. “Your behavior is disgusting. I hoped that you might learn manners in boarding school, but it seems I was wrong.”
“Why are you making such a big deal out of this?” Andrew threw out his arms. “She’s just a flight attendant. It’s not like she’s important.”
“And that’s your problem, Andrew. You think you’re better than others because you were born into a wealthy family, and that you can treat others badly because of that.” Steven crossed his arms. “That’s going to change.”
“What does that mean?”
“You won’t be going back to that school. You’ll finish your education at a public school, and you’re going to spend your holiday working.”
“Working?” Andrew straightened up. “Are you giving me a job at your company?”
Steven smiled. “You could say that. I’m going to give you a job in my cleaning company, as a janitor.”
Andrew was horrified.
“I won’t do it!”
“You will because I’m also cutting off all your privileges. I’m taking your bank cards, your computer, your car, and your cell phone. I’m even taking your branded clothes.” Steven put his hands on his hips. “You’re going to find out what it means to respect people.”
Andrew had no choice. His father took his possessions from him, and he started his job as an airport janitor the next day.
Andrew knew nothing about cleaning. The older woman he was assigned to work with laughed at him for not knowing how to sweep or mop. He shouted at her for laughing at him and threatened to get her fired.
“No, you won’t,” she replied, shaking her finger at him. “Your father warned me about you, now get to work. These floors don’t clean themselves.”
Andrew sighed and started sweeping. He was clumsy, and his supervisor teased him about it. Andrew got angry, but there was nothing he could do about it.
He was cleaning the trash cans when something hit him. He turned and saw that somebody had thrown an empty takeaway carton at him.
“Hey!” Andrew shouted at the man who’d thrown the carton. “How dare you throw that at me.”
The man ignored Andrew, so he ran after him and grabbed his arm.
“I’m talking to you,” Andrew said.
The man shook Andrew off so hard that he fell to the ground. “Get your filthy hands off me, you dirty janitor.”
Andrew watched the man walk away in shock. Was this how it felt to be treated like you didn’t matter? Andrew didn’t like it. He looked around just as somebody kicked him.
“Get out of the way, you lazy bum.” The woman who’d kicked him sneered at him.
“I’m going to report you for sleeping on the job.”
At that moment, Andrew understood what his father had been trying to teach him. He knew now how much it hurt to be mistreated by people who thought they were better than you.
A flash of red caught his eye, and Andrew looked up. He recognized the flight attendant he’d been rude to and hurried across to her.
“I’m so sorry,” he said when he reached her. “I treated you so badly.”
The woman was surprised to see him, but she smiled when he apologized.
“I’m glad you’ve learned the error of your ways,” she said.
What can we learn from this story?
Everyone deserves respect. It doesn’t matter if somebody works a menial job; they’re still a person and deserve to be treated respectfully.
Sometimes children need to learn a lesson the hard way. It can be difficult for children to understand the true depth of important life lessons when they’ve never experienced that situation.
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This newlywed couple looks really happy
Love is not just about romance, passion, or fleeting emotions—it’s about trust, loyalty, and commitment. A relationship without these essential elements is like a house built on shaky ground—vulnerable to collapse at the first sign of trouble.
In today’s world, where distractions and temptations are everywhere, staying loyal and trustworthy in a relationship is more important than ever. But what exactly does loyalty mean in love? And how does trust shape the strength of a marriage or long-term relationship? Let’s explore how these values help build a bond that stands the test of time.
Why Loyalty Is the Cornerstone of Love
Loyalty in a relationship means being committed to your partner through thick and thin. It’s about:
✔ Standing by each other during challenges.
✔ Being emotionally and physically faithful.
✔ Choosing your partner every day, even when things aren’t perfect.
A loyal partner prioritizes the relationship, ensuring that no external influences can break the bond. When loyalty is present, love becomes deeper, stronger, and more meaningful.
The Role of Trust in a Strong Relationship
While loyalty is about actions, trust is about belief. A couple that trusts each other can:
✔ Communicate openly without fear.
✔ Feel emotionally secure, knowing their partner won’t betray them.
✔ Overcome misunderstandings quickly and effectively.
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Without trust, even the strongest love can be filled with doubt, insecurity, and unnecessary conflict. When a partner constantly questions the other’s intentions, the relationship suffers. But when trust is nurtured, love flourishes.
How to Strengthen Loyalty in a Relationship
Loyalty isn’t just about avoiding betrayal; it’s about actively proving your commitment in everyday life. Here’s how to cultivate loyalty in your relationship:
1. Prioritize Your Partner
In a healthy relationship, your partner should always feel like a priority. Whether through small gestures of appreciation or standing up for them in difficult times, loyalty means making your partner feel safe and valued.
2. Stay Honest and Transparent
Loyalty thrives when there are no secrets. Open communication about your thoughts, feelings, and actions strengthens emotional intimacy. When both partners are transparent, doubts and misunderstandings have no room to grow.
3. Set Boundaries with Others
In today’s digital world, loyalty is often tested through social media, workplace relationships, or past connections. Setting clear boundaries with friends, colleagues, and ex-partners ensures that no third party can create tension in your relationship.
4. Support Each Other’s Growth
Loyalty isn’t just about staying together—it’s about growing together. Supporting your partner’s dreams, career, and personal growth shows that you are invested in their success and happiness, not just your own.
How to Build Unshakable Trust in Love
While loyalty is about actions, trust is about mindset. Here’s how to build and maintain deep trust in a relationship:
1. Keep Your Promises
Trust is built when words align with actions. If you say you’ll do something, follow through. Over time, this consistency reinforces confidence in your reliability.
2. Be Vulnerable and Open
True trust comes from sharing fears, dreams, and insecurities with your partner. When you allow yourself to be vulnerable, it encourages deeper emotional intimacy and strengthens the connection.
3. Assume the Best in Your Partner
Misunderstandings happen, but trust means giving your partner the benefit of the doubt. Instead of jumping to negative conclusions, ask for clarification and listen with an open heart.
4. Forgive and Move Forward
No relationship is perfect, and mistakes will happen. Learning to forgive and rebuild trust rather than holding onto resentment is key to a long-lasting love. Holding grudges weakens trust, while forgiveness strengthens it.
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Why Loyalty and Trust Lead to a Happy Marriage
A successful marriage isn’t just about love—it’s about respect, understanding, and long-term commitment. Couples who prioritize loyalty and trust experience:
✔ Less conflict – Arguments are resolved faster because both partners know they can depend on each other.
✔ More emotional security – A trusting relationship creates a stress-free and comforting home environment.
✔ Deeper connection – With loyalty and trust, couples can enjoy a love that continues to grow over the years.
When two people are truly loyal and trust each other, love becomes unshakable.
Final Thoughts: A Love That Stands the Test of Time
In a world where relationships are often tested, loyalty and trust are what separate fleeting romances from lifelong love stories. A strong relationship is built on choosing each other every day, being open and honest, and proving through actions that love is more than just words.
If you want a relationship that lasts a lifetime, focus on being a loyal partner and a trustworthy companion. When love is built on these foundations, it becomes unbreakable, fulfilling, and truly beautiful.
What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s celebrate the power of loyalty and trust in love!
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