Diversity

I believe that diversity is a part of the natural order of things – as natural as the trillion shapes and shades of the flowers of spring or the leaves of autumn.

I believe that diversity brings new solutions to an ever-changing environment, and that sameness is not only uninteresting but limiting.

To deny diversity is to deny life – with all its richness and and manifold opportunities. Thus I affirm my citizenship in a world of diversity, and with it the responsibility to…

Be tolerant.

Live and let live.

Understand that those who cause no harm should not be feared, ridiculed, or harmed – even if they are different.
Look for the best in others.
Be just in my dealings with poor and rich, weak and strong, and whenever possible to defend the young, the old, the frail, the defenseless.
Be kind, remembering how fragile the human spirit is.
Live the examined life, subjecting my motives and actions to the scrutiny of mind and heart so to rise above prejudice and hatred.

Care.

-Gene Griessman

Goals?

Remember to balance action with relaxation. Above all else, don't put yourself down, you are perfect and lovable just as you are. Celebrate anything that is an accomplishment for you. Visualize your goals, become silent, ask. Will power serves to push through things.... but letting things unfold naturally according to your greater vision and desires, is much more powerful - and easier!!