why do we have to bite our tounges from teachers, parents, etc. when we have freedom of speech?

Question

it's the 1st amendment on the Bill Of Rights

if they want respect, they'd better respect us back, which they don't

my mom called me a loser yesterday, and a week ago a teacher called one of my friends stupid during class
im not a loser, nor is she stupid
that's not right

Answer 1

If you are acting like a freakin punk then, you are definatley a loser with a capitol "L." Respect your elders. It's part of the teachings in the Bible. Well, I'm no religious freak either. Respect is earned and it's not demanded. If you treat your parents and teachers with respect, they in turn will reciprocate. But, if you are a unruly little smart as*, then you'll get what you deserve. Sounds like you and your friend have some straightening up to do. Don't ya think?

Answer 2

Freedom of speech, or of anything, isn't an absolute, for one thing. All freedoms have there limits because at some point they will intrude upon another person's freedom.

There is also such a thing as tact, as well as having something worthwhile to say and isn't just mouthing off or talking for the sake of talking. Many kids lack verbal skills in these areas, so should refrain from speaking until better versed.

And there is always that saying to consider, "It's better to be thought the fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt".

Additional: Every person is owed a certain amount of respect simply because they are alive and exist amoung you. However, there is respect that should be given beyond that to those who earn it. Your teachers, parents, etc. earn some additional respect because they provide in some manner for you, thereby adding something to you and your life. When you do the same for them, then you earn additional respect and deserve to be shown it, but only until and if you do so. If you don't give something to the class or school (even if it's just by being the best student you can be) or to your parents (by at least doing what is asked of you), etc., then you don't deserve any more respect than the minimum required.

Answer 3

I learned the hard way with that. In high school I use to talk soo much sshhhiiittt that i use to get kicked out of class and sent down to the office and i would talk ssshhhiiittt there too. But I learned you can't win. You can never win when it comes to teachers and parents they always have that authority. I'm older now, and I see that talking and speaking my mind was useless, just a waste of breath... they didn't want to hear my ssshhhiiittt anyways. You have to earn respect... and i felt the same way(they need to show respect to me and i'll show respect back) but it's vica versa... you show them some respect first and they will show it back. If they don't they can't ever say you were a disrespectful students. Just sit in the back of the class and listen. (Started off 9th-10th grade year 1.0 graduated with a 3.8) Bump the teachers... they will only bring you down. Do you.

Answer 4

Freedom of speech does not mean freedom from accountability for what you say.You have to stop and think before you speak.Respect is something that is usually reserved for your elders or people in authority.You may not necessarily agree with what they have to say but you should not flagrantly disrespect them.As you mature you will better understand the concept of respect.Children are still learning and experiencing life and so are expected to sometimes just listen and learn. If you show respect you will find that people will return the gesture and treat you with respect as well.

Answer 5

Respect

Answer 6

In other countries, you could be put in jail for saying something disrepectful about the government. Here you are allowed to say whatever you want, but it's still smart to have manners whether you're an adult, teenager or child.
Also, yes it was wrong for your mom and teacher to say those things, perhaps you could be the better and more mature person by remaining respectful despite the childish examples around you. Being "grown up" isn't about age, it's about how you act.

Answer 7

Respect

Answer 8

No, it's not right. It's abuse. In this case, you just have to learn to be a better person than those trying to put you down and not resort to their name-calling tactic. Freedom of speech has nothing to do with this. Tell your counselor what your teacher has been doing. Other than telling your mother that what she said is hurtful and untrue, there's not much you can do about her unless this a pattern with her, in which case you need the help of another adult close to you to back you up. Good luck, honey.

Answer 9

Because although you have freedom of speach doent mean you should outright disrespect someone,and what your teacher did was wrong,and as far as your mom I wouldnt call my kids losers but she your mom...You can practice your freedom of speech but you have to choose your wording and tone of voice and even body language properly,to make sure you can't and wont get into trouble...So the teacher called your friend dumb...She could have responded in a pleasent voice..."Im sorry Mr.Name Here,I really didn't understand the question,It was your wording that threw me off.I didn't know that meant I was dumb,and I really didn't apericate you calling me that.<---Wording like this can get your point across and keep you out of trouble...
He says anything

Answer 10

it is a respect thing... it's dumb but we have to live with it.

that's terrible that your mom called you a loser!!!!!! she had no right to say that to you!!!!!!!!!!!!! how awful! i think you need some family counseling!!
and your teacher should not have called your friend stupid!!! that is completely unacceptable! you should tell a school counselor!! don't stand for that kind of abuse!

good luck and hope this helped!!