Long term coexistence on a crowded planet demands we prioritize the welfare of many over the preferences of the few. And the impact or our actions on the most vulnerable and future generations must be considered.
An extension for "thou shalt not steal", earn honorably applies also to paying living wages to those whose contributions make the enterprise successful, and recognizing through compensation or mention those who inspired or co-created a product.
Live simply may supplant the "thou shalt not covet" rules; because a culture of consumption is often fueled by greed and jealousy without regard to the impact of over-consumption on the ecosystem or the individuals driven to consume.
Kudos to Daniel Dennett for enlightening us all to the true meaning of this term; because there is goodness all around us and when we choose to highlight the many aspects of human kindness and decency that exist, we perpetuate it.
Humanity rose from an ever changing evolution of beings. We were first the Earth, and we die as the Earth. As the Earth is an extension of us, we must then extend ourselves to the Earth and protect it's nutrients and resources for our future selves.
Having respect for all forms of life stops the thought of one being higher than another. Respecting the smallest spider for eating the annoying flies, and not killing it because it is a spider. Changing our thought process from fear to acceptance.
Our ability to empathize is a biological gift to our species. Evolution taught us to feel each others' pain and revel in each others' joy. Empathy can guide to understanding. It will tell us how to behave. It will tell others how to behave towards us.
Kudos to Daniel Dennett for enlightening us all to the true meaning of this term; because there is goodness all around us and when we choose to highlight the many aspects of human kindness and decency that exist, we perpetuate it.
Live simply may supplant the "thou shalt not covet" rules; because a culture of consumption is often fueled by greed and jealousy without regard to the impact of over-consumption on the ecosystem or the individuals driven to consume.
An extension for "thou shalt not steal", earn honorably applies also to paying living wages to those whose contributions make the enterprise successful, and recognizing through compensation or mention those who inspired or co-created a product.
Long term coexistence on a crowded planet demands we prioritize the welfare of many over the preferences of the few. And the impact or our actions on the most vulnerable and future generations must be considered.