Acceptance

Embracing life on its own terms. Acceptance allows us to bend without breaking in the face of tests.

Assertiveness

Telling the truth about what is just, setting clear boundaries.

Commitment

Caring deeply about a person, a goal or a belief. Willingness to give our all and keep our promises.

Compassion

Deep empathy for the suffering of others. Compassion flows freely from the heart when we let go of judgments and seek to understand.

Cooperation

Working together for a common goal, calling on the different gifts each of us has to offer.

Creativity

The power of imagination. Being open to inspiration, which ignites our originality. 

Friendliness

A spiritual essential. Reaching out to others with warmth and caring. The willingness to be an intimate companion.

Gratitude

Freely expressing thankfulness and appreciation to others and for the gifts of life. 

Helpfulness

Doing useful things that make a difference to others. Taking time for thoughtfulness. 

Honesty

Being truthful, sincere, open, and genuine. The confidence to be ourselves. 

Idealism

Caring about what is right and meaningful in life. Daring to have big dreams and then acting as if they are possible.

Integrity

Standing on moral high ground. Keeping faith with our ideals and our agreements.  

Joyfulness

An inner wellspring of peace and happiness. Enjoying the richness of life. Finding humor, even in the midst of hard times.

Mindfulness

Living reflectively and meaningfully, with conscious awareness of our actions, our words and our thoughts.

Openness

Willingness to consider new ideas. Listening to others with humility and sincerity. Being receptive to the blessings and surprises of life.

Peacefulness

Inner calm and tranquility. Giving up the love of power for the power of love. Resolving conflict in a just and gentle way.

Respect

An attitude of honoring oneself and others through our words and actions. Treating every person with dignity and courtesy.

Responsibility

The willingness to be accountable for our choices and also for our mistakes. Taking on what is ours to do with strength and reliability.

Tolerance

Being open to differences. Refraining from judgments. Patience and forgiveness with others and ourselves. Accepting things that we wish were different with humor and grace.

Truthfulness

Truth is the bedrock of integrity on which we build all our other virtues. An ongoing commitment to live by what is most real and authentic in our own nature. Honesty in all our dealings.

Unity

Inclusiveness. Finding common ground in our diversity. Seeking peace in all circumstances.

Wisdom

Having a discerning mind, based on experience and mindfulness. Making wise decisions based on our deepest intuition.