I agree with this. Character and integrity are so important. Those traits tell you who to respect. Once someone shows you who they really are believe them the first time (Maya Angelou). Once you lose respect for someone it’s hard to get it back. I cared about my ex but couldn’t regain the respect I once had for him. There is no future without it. People don’t change but they can if THEY want to and care and try. It’s rare.