The Golden Rule

So, lately I've heard many people say to follow the "Golden Rule". What exactly is it? The "Golden Rule" is treating others the way you want to be treated. Now, this can be a little difficult. The people that say it the most are the ones that need to listen to their own advice. Don't be an ugly person, on the inside, and think that you deserve respect.
Say you're in a situation and your teacher, friend, or even your parents are scolding you or are mad at you. What do you do? Most people would react by yelling back, calling them horrible names, or even violence. What SHOULD you do? Be civil. Don't start
yelling, it'll only make things worse and carry it on. Say what you want to say in a calm, gentle voice and most likely you will be heard. If that doesn't work, remove yourself. Remove yourself from the situation. You don't want to start anything more. Be respectful when you do it, and you should get respect. It doesn't matter if you're going to feel like you are wrong, explain to them why your innocent, or whatever the situation is, with respect. It'll at least get you somewhere.
Realize how your acting before you tell someone to act better.