There’s a few things I’ve always lived by in my life up until recently, and now that they’re gone I see the damage that not living by a code of honor. I’ve been a lot more submissive lately, more or less due to a woman in my life. I let people walk all over me, I’ve let fear take a hold of my life. So now, I’m declaring I’m going back to my old ways.
One of chivalry, bushido, and the likes. One group that I’ve always looked to for inspiration is the Native Americans, especially as a culture. They (hey I’m part Cherokee) take a more responsible and reasonable stance towards most things in life. Sustainability, being a big topic lately, was always something that the Natives took into account, which goes hand in hand with responsibility. But, I as of right now declare the following things:
I will not strike first. I will respect all people, creatures, enviroments, and myself. I will not be submissive, I will fight for what I believe in, in a non-violent if possible. I will live without fear. I will live a life of love, peace, and freedom. I will fight for those who can’t fight, speak for those who can’t speak, see for those who can’t see, feel for those who can’t feel, and love for those who can’t love. I will be honest and truthful to all.
And that’s basically it. It’s not a finished thing, it needs some tweaking, and it needs to be fully thought out instead of a quick post during my lunch break. Anyway, when Anna’s gone I’m going into seclusion to take care of myself, to better myself, and meditate over the last few months.
