Whoa, what's wrong with respecting other people? I assume your parent comment meant he doesn't respect them exclusively for being women and having fleshiness,

Whoa, what's wrong with respecting other people? I assume your parent comment meant he doesn't respect them exclusively for being women and having fleshiness, but as a recognition of their qualities as human beings, if they're worth respecting. At least, that's what any sensible adult should do. You can admire someone for being a good leader, honest, brave, smart, etc., regardless of their sex.