To not participate in, nor condone, acts of violence or aggression, not only by refraining from choosing entertainment, books, art, etc., which glorify crime, greed, hate, prejudice, and/or abuse, but also by actively making choices of a positive nature
To live in accordance with the laws of the land, and if one feels any law to be inappropriate, then to work towards changing that law, rather than breaking it
To care for our young and for our elderly, and to recognize the wisdom demonstrated by both
To value those that will follow us, and to cherish those that gave us our heritage
To recognize the equality of all humans, without regard to gender, colour, culture, or religion, and to manifest this recognition by respecting and supporting each others differences, and be inclusive of one another
To demonstrate caring, courtesy, and respect for others, and for public and private property, by behaving with dignity and respect for self and others
To be aware of the environment, and as much as possible, to not contribute to pollution (air, noise, water, etc.), and also to make choices that do not contribute to the depletion of our natural resources
To live and speak ones truth, but to recognize that that truth may not be truth to another
To recognize the interconnectedness of all humanity
To recognize the futility of war, and therefore to promote peace
To conduct all business affairs in a fair and honest manner
To practice fiscal responsibility
To give fully of oneself in whatever endeavour or relationship in which one finds self
To not promote self at the expense of others
To give (in whatever manner or amount) to those less fortunate
To use, and not misuse, that which is available (i.e.: technology, money, position, etc.)
To be aware (at a self-chosen level) of developments in ones community, city, country, and the planet
To offer possible solutions when presenting perceived problems
To take peaceful action when injustice occurs
To behave with dignity and respect for self and others in all public places
To try to be a positive force or strength in ones circle of influence
To promote the well being of others, in addition to self
To recognize and express joy and humour without superiority or self-righteousness
To understand that the realization of our full human potential does not mean saint-like behaviour or attitudes
To take responsibility for choosing words or deeds that do not harm or demean others
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