Disrespect engenders disrespect, while being respectful to others earns respect from others. Respect is gained or lost by the deeds we do or fail to do, by what we say or fail to say, by our attitude towards others. The cynical, the sarcastic, or the constant complainer has no place in this Fraternity. Having as much respect for others as for oneself, if not more, and showing it in a genuine way, is the basic fiber that binds strong bonds of Brotherhood. Showing respect reveals the very luster that attracts others to want to be a Sigma Nu.
Brotherhood means friendship.
Enmity is counterproductive to achieving and preserving Brotherhood. Indeed, Brotherhood is more than friendship. To be a Brother and to be part of a genuine Brotherhood require caring enough to be concerned about more than mere friendship or mere companionship. Genuine Brotherhood imposes a special obligation between friends. Most friendships are similar to the relationship between close neighbors.