Dead or Alive?

A popular radio morning show made a comment today about, “once people loved each other”, then proceeded to sarcastically joke with realism about it being “hard to believe” and or "we use to do that”. It made me think about the following list of ideologies that guide our stories and show up in our work.  Are they dead or alive?

Golden Rule – “Treat others as you would like to be treated”, not seeking opportunities to find fault or speak against
Common Good – The best of ideas for the greatest amount of positive benefit, embrace humility
Honesty  - Truth and facts, not a filtered narrative to support an agenda
Respect  - Appreciation, acknowledgement of a deserved human dignity. Not defaming, discrediting or denouncing.
Loyalty – Show honor. More achieved through support, aligned to values.
10 Commandments (Rules of Law) – (Honor, Shall not…Steal, Kill, Bear False Witness, Covet) Keep IT simple.
Common Sense – Basic logic of what is reasonable, feasible and believable. Not extremism.
Kindness – Genuine acceptance, demonstration of caring and empathy. Desire everyone’s betterment.
Integrity – Words and actions mirroring talk and walk. Not transference upon another.

Like the noise of the radio in the background so are those abandoning these principles, to the many more voices staying true to keeping these beliefs alive.  I am grateful to and for you, professionally and personally. 

ReImagine Possibilities, Inc.
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Looking for a summer read - "Outwitting the Devil" by Napoleon Hill