The art of impressing others is an feature present in most species, even in human beings. Nonetheless within the human species some individuals excel in this art. However there are some who overdo it, bordering or even crossing the threshold of nauseating flattery.
Among the priests and religious there is this tendency to felicitate and honour, often exaggerated, our Bishops, Provincials and General superiors. I personally have no issues with respecting persons, but not for holding positions or responsibilities. I'd rather respect and appreciate persons for their goodness, service and self-gift to others.
Hence I would felicitate someone - or be felicitated myself - only and only AFTER someone has done some good; rather than taken charge of a role or begun a function! And that too, to be a genuine thanksgiving than a pompous show.
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