"Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child and the smiling faces. Smell the rain and feel the wind. Live your life to its fullest potential and fight for your dream."

- Ashley Smith

Holistic values

(With thanks to and courtesy of HolisticMap UK)

This Statement was composed in 2008 after consulting over 200 other values statements including the UN Declaration on Human Rights, The Earth Charter and the UK Inter Faith Code of Conduct. The values named here are high ideals and are always work in progress.They are not set in stone but are meant as pointers in the right direction.

Inclusion and Respect

I welcome diversity of belief, faith, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, intellect, ability and age – and value the unique contribution of every individual.

Environment

I recognise the sacred interdependence of all life and behave so as to protect the health and  sustainability of our natural environment now and for future generations.

Spirituality

I recognize spirituality to be a normal and healthy part of daily life, as people experience the wonder of nature and all creation; and I celebrate the many paths that explore this wonder and its meaning.

Relationships

At home, at work and in my community, I am committed to respectful, loving and positive relationships.

Life Style

I maintain a life style and gain my income in ways that benefit and do no harm.

Global and Local Citizenship

I actively engage to build community, alleviate injustice and relieve suffering; and deplore any situation that limits the rights, development and fulfilment of any being.

Self-Responsibility

I am actively committed to managing my own health and development; and I value life as an ongoing process of learning.