If one is going to write about war, self respect demands that one

If somebody doesn't have the self-awareness and self-respect to conduct themselves in a polite and business-like fashion, then that could be an indication of their lack of ability to be a strong performer.

Never violate the sacredness of your individual self-respect.

If he has any self respect he would resign over this matter. The negligence is so gross.

I believe that if each and every person really worked to possess self-respect and genuine regard for his fellowman, there could be no crime. There could be no wars.

Self-respect The secure feeling that no one, as yet, is suspicious