You know - there is another very good reason why you don't want to be a dick to people. Because interestingly enough - people who are into power games and ego

You know - there is another very good reason why you don't want to be a dick to people. Because interestingly enough - people who are into power games and ego just won't respect you, and after they've had their fun making you feel small, they'll likely avoid and ignore you. If you're consistent enough in not being a dick, eventually those that remain around you will also not be dicks and your life overall will be much more pleasant. The dicks deserve one another - and more often than not, that's exactly what they will receive.