Some actions that show respect: Leave Robert Pattinson alone

July 22, 12:56 AMTwilight Parents ExaminerKimberly Sherman

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As validated by the dozens of reader comments, the crazed fan scene on the set of Remember Me sparked outrage among Twilight fans and Twilight fan sites alike.

Several sites have since started up campaigns designed to honor and respect actors as they work their craft.

As reported earlier, Let Me Sign was one of the first sites to begin a Respect Me campaign, brought on by the cab-clipping incident on the set of Remember Me. Originally signified by an image of Rob, head in his hands, and the thick red lettering that says “Respect Me,” Let Me Sign requested other sites to grab a button and spread the word to fans requesting them to leave him alone.

Fed up with gossip and rumors surrounding Rob and the cast of Twilight, Novel Novice Twilight, Twilight Equinox and Touched by Twilight started the “Twilighters for Truth” campaign. Their plight, in a nutshell, reads:

We have had enough with the tabloids spreading rumor and gossip about those involved with The Twilight Saga. And we’re even more fed-up with mainstream media picking up gossip & rumor, and running it as legitimate news stories without checking the facts. We want accuracy in reporting. We want media outlets that report the truth and check their facts! Responsible journalism!

All the sites that are part of the "Twilighters for Truth" campaign:

• • Novel Novice Twilight
• • Twilight Equinox
• • Touched by Twilight
• • BellaAndEdward.com
• • EdwardCullen.net

On July 17, Perez Hilton used his Twitter account to spill Robert Pattinson’s exact filming location, spawning an overload of fans and delaying the shooting efforts. The purely salacious incident was the final straw for Pattinson Online UK, and Project F.L.A.N.S. (Fan Leaders Against Needless Stalking) was born.

Says Pattinson Online:

Project F.L.A.N.S. is an extension of Pattinson Online. Since 2005, we’ve been the web’s top site for Robert Pattinson. In that time, we’ve become increasingly dissatisfied with how the media AND the fans have treated Rob – this project is the culmination of years of frustration and a desire to see the fans educated on how to protect Rob’s safety and sanity.

We believe that Rob should be able to…

• » walk down the street
• » film a movie
• » eat at a restaurant
• » smoke a cigarette
• » live his life

…without being accosted, mobbed, or attacked.

Help us help Rob. Become a part of the Project and become a real fan who cares about Rob’s safety.

I don't have a blog or website. How can I apply these campaigns to my daily life and talk to my teen about doing the same?

SafeandRespectful.org is a site designed for teens dedicated to teaching them how to communicate respect and set boundaries. Though the site spans to intricate levels, using the disrespect shown to Rob despite his status is a great way to spur conversation with your teen about the “Golden Rule.” Though you may not ever come in contact with a celebrity figure, these rules are a good reminder of how to treat everyone.

From the website:

Respect refers to words or actions that acknowledge the feelings, choices and rights of individuals. In healthy relationships it is necessary to have respect for ourselves and respect for others. Many people think of the "Golden Rule" when defining respect: "Treat others the way you want to be treated."

Are you a respectful person? Do you follow these guidelines?

I follow the “Golden Rule,” and treat others the way I want to be treated
I try to think about how my actions may influence other people.
I believe that violence never solves problems.
I always try to treat people with courtesy.
I never deliberately ridicule, embarrass or hurt other people.

Based on the answers you gave, ask yourself:

Are you as respectful as you would like to be?
What are some words or actions that show respect?
What words or actions show disrespect?
Was there ever a time when you didn't treat someone with respect? How do you think that person felt?
How does being disrespectful relate to violence or abuse?

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