The 12 Suggestions
What you see is what you get
1. Harmony & Nature
Respect for all living things and the Environment
Web of Life
We must recognize that all life forms have a purpose and are interconnected in the web of life. The survival and well-being of one species often depend on another. You should show empathy and kindness to animals. Treat them humanely and not cause unnecessary harm as every creature regardless of its size or perceived importance, contributes to the balance and harmony of our planet.
Environment
Be mindful of your daily contribution to the environment, one should try to minimize their impact on causing change to the world around them. Nature will flow and it is our purpose to flow with it rather than against. We should all seek to educate ourselves on the natural world and how life builds upon itself. Understanding our ecosystem and how we can live life among it.
2. Equality & Equity
Fair treatment of everyone, recognizing and addressing individual needs.
Be Just and Equal
You should approach each person you meet with equal respect and dignity, regardless of who they are or where they come from. This serves as your baseline. Pay attention to the unique circumstances, challenges, or limitations that people might have.
Reassess and Iterate
Our understanding of fairness and individual needs isn't static; it evolves. Continually assess whether your actions and policies are achieving the desired outcomes, and be prepared to make changes accordingly.
3. Community & Solidarity
Unity, working together for the common good.
Fostering Unity
One should emphasize the importance of building a sense of belonging and community spirit. Encourage actions and attitudes that support and uplift others, emphasizing collaboration over competition.
Solidarity in Action
We should advocate for collective efforts to address societal issues. Promote the idea that standing together in support of common goals leads to stronger, more resilient communities.
4. Knowledge & Wisdom
Pursuit of education, understanding, and enlightenment
Lifelong Learning
Stress the importance of continuous learning and the pursuit of knowledge in all its forms. Always seek to encourage curiosity and open-mindedness.
Applying Wisdom
Highlight the importance of not just acquiring knowledge but also applying it wisely. encourage critical thinking and the use of knowledge for the betterment of oneself and society.
5. Justice & Fairness
Upholding what's right and ensuring justice prevails.
Upholding rights
Focus on ensuring that everyone's rights are respected and protected. Advocate for fairness in all aspects of life.
Promoting Justice
Encourage active involvement in societal systems to ensure they are just and equitable. Stress the importance of speaking out against injustice and taking steps to correct it in a way that represents all parties fairly.
6. Peace & Diplomacy
Resolving conflicts through dialogue.
Conflict Resolution
Emphasize the importance of resolving disputes peacefully and through dialogue. Encourage listening, understanding, and compromise.
Diplomatic Engagement
Promote the idea of engaging with others, both on a personal and a global scale, in a manner that fosters peace and mutual understanding.
7. Empathy & Compassion
Understanding and caring for the emotions and needs of others.
Understanding Others
Encourage putting oneself in others' shoes to understand their perspectives and feelings. Promote active listening and open-hearted understanding.
Compassionate Action
Advocate for taking concrete actions to help those in need and to alleviate suffering wherever it's found.
8. Freedom & Autonomy
Every individual's right to freedom and self-determination.
Individual Rights
Highlight the importance of respecting each person's right to make their own choices and control their own lives.
Respecting Autonomy
Encourage the support of others freedom, while also recognizing the importance of community and interdependence.
9. Health & Well-being
Ensuring physical, mental, and spiritual health for all.
Holistic Health
Emphasize the importance of caring for physical, mental, and spiritual health. Promote a balanced lifestyle that nurtures all aspects of well-being. Hiking, camping, etc
Access to Healthcare
Advocate for the right to quality health care for all, emphasizing the importance of public health initiatives.
10. Integrity & Honesty
Upholding truth, transparency and accountability.
Truth and Transparency
Stress the importance of honesty in all dealings and the value of being truthful and transparent. It may hurt to be truthful, even when we are honest with ourselves, but if one lies they simply push the pain to the one who was lied to.
Accountable Actions
Encourage taking responsibility for one's actions and decisions, emphasizing the role of integrity in building trust and credibility.
11. Stewardship & Responsibility
Taking care of the resources and responsibilities entrusted to us.
Caring for Resources
We should stress the importance of responsibly managing and caring for both natural and created resources. To live with nature we must grow with it and minimize our impact on causing unnecessary harm. Convenience may not always be the answer.
Responsible Actions
Encourage a sense of duty in looking after the things and responsibilities entrusted to one's care, whether it's environmental conservation or a work project. We should push ourselves to be candid with others and take pride in honesty.
12. Creativity & Innovation
Encouraging new ideas and solutions for a progressive society.
Encouraging Creativity
Promote the value of thinking outside the box and embracing new ideas. Stress the importance of artistic and creative expression in personal and societal development. Push ourselves to new environments and new ideas to help expand our perspective on the world around us.
Fostering Innovation
Advocate for creating environments where innovative thinking is encouraged and rewarded, highlighting its importance in solving complex problems and advancing society. We may not agree with our opposition but that does not mean their concerns are invalid.