“Love is the answer, and you know that for sure”. - John Lennon

To me love in all forms is the ultimate guiding value. It encompasses Kindness, Compassion, Empathy, Beauty, Honesty, Connection, Passion, Service, Inclusion, Anti-Racism and so much more. When I lead with love I know that it is hard to go wrong.

“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” - Nelson Mandela

Freedom is a luxury that is sometimes given and a right that is often hard won. To me it means Autonomy, Confidence, Self-Reliance, Safety/Security, Empowerment, Wealth, Exploration, and Equity and I work to create it for myself and the world.

“I think, at a child’s birth, if a mother could ask a fairy godmother to endow it with the most useful gift, that gift should be curiosity.” - Eleanor Roosevelt

Curiosity is the fuel that feeds growth through Creativity, Expression, Reflection, Optimism, Openness, and Courage.

When used with intention and purpose curiosity leads to great things without harm or gossip.

“If you carry joy in your heart, you can heal at any moment.” - Carlos Santana

To me joy is a feeling worth striving for yet attainable every day. It includes Fun, Adventure, Calm, Happiness, Gratitude, and Ease.

This isn’t blind positivity but means being fully present in all of my feelings with the intent to find growth in experiences.

“Do not wait for extraordinary circumstances to do good action; try to use ordinary situations.” - Jean-Paul Richter

For the earth, for others, for myself.

Drawing on Self-Compassion, Efficiency, Integrity, Stewardship, Thoughtfulness, and of course Action to ensure that not only do I leave this world better than I found it but that I honor myself in the same way.