Ethics of Compassionism

  1. Treat all living things with kindness and understanding

  2. Respond rather than react

  3. Stay compassionately curious

  4. Nourish and sustain our Earth and each other

  5. Intentionally avoid causing unnecessary harm

  6. Be genuine and honest in all interactions and intentions

  7. Ensure that everyone’s fundamental emotional, social, and physical needs are met

  8. To reduce harmful behaviors, connect everyone involved with what they need to heal

  9. Collaborate with everyone impacted by a problem to build an equitable and successful solution

  10. Prioritize the prevention and healing of trauma and desperation, for all living things

  11. Honor every person’s self-determination and agency over their own body

  12. Prioritize, joy, hope, and community