Courage—Being brave enough to reach beyond the boundaries created by our existing, often deeply held, limitations, fears and beliefs. Initiating change in our lives—of any kind—happens only when we are courageous enough to take the necessary action. More
Authenticity—Committing oneself to show up and be fully present in all aspects of life, removing the mask and becoming a real, vulnerable and intimate human being, a person without self-absorption who is genuine and emotionally and spiritually connected to others. More
Service—Focusing on the needs of others by listening to them, identifying their needs, and meeting them. Being inspiring, rather than following a self-focused, competitive, fear-based approach. More
Truthfulness—Listening openly to the truth of others and refusing to compromise integrity or to deny universal truths—even when avoiding the truth might, on the face of it, especially in testing times, seem easier. More
Love—Embracing the underlying oneness with others and life. Relating to, and inspiring, others and touching their hearts in ways that add to who you both are as persons. More
Effectiveness—Being capable of, and successful in, achieving the physical, material, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual goals we set in life. More
For a detailed description of the biochemical effects of love and fear, see, Lance H. K. Secretan, Reclaiming Higher Ground: Creating Organizations that Inspire the Soul, Toronto, 1996, Chapter 5, "The Alchemy of the Soul."
