Personal values

It's important to me to live my values and act accordingly. This means meeting commitments to others and myself, as well as living in a way that fosters the most positive experience overall.

It drains my energy if I feel I am hiding something or am dishonest. I wear my heart on my sleeve. I believe honesty and transparency fosters an environment for deeper human connection.

I see the best in everyone and seek to find understanding of others, even those who may not be their best selves. I believe that we all can find a way forward together once we find common ground.

When I can depend on others' commitments, I can be my most productive self and build trust in others. I project this need onto others and find it critically important to do the same for them.

The world is a messy place and I find comfort in navigating it together with kindred spirits. This requires connection to what drives us and the courage to share it.

Inner peace and self-compassion don't come naturally to me but are things I continuously strive for. With peace and acceptance, I'm set up to navigate the world with ease and reverence.

"Suffering ceases to be suffering at the moment it finds a meaning"—Viktor E Frankl

"No one of us can be free until everybody is free"—Maya Angelou

I am energized when I connect with progress. I find ways to contribute to my community and to my environment, and hope I am moving the needle in a positive direction for all.