It is only by checking in on ourselves that we begin to truly appreciate and respect others. It is by opening up that we can see what we need to repair and restore, face our arrogance and change the frequency of our mind.
If we give ourselves just a little time, even a few minutes daily, for quiet and contemplation, then we soon become more observant throughout our day, more appreciative of the moment and more focused on the task at hand, rather than worrying about the next one.