Words of wisdom impart lesson in self-respect

0 EAR ABBY: I have carried a worn clipping of your “Definition of Maturity” with me for many years because it has been inspirational to me. I even gave a copy of it to my younger brother.

Is it part of one of your publications? I feel it relevant today because both the young and old could use a lesson in respect and self-respect. Can you reprint it? — FRANCES IN DALLAS

DEAR FRANCES: With pleasure! H…