What’s a personal mantra or philosophy you live by?

Mine is pretty simple.

Don’t be a dick.

That’s it.

No ancient scrolls. No twelve-step spiritual journey. No bloke on a mountain handing me a mysterious answer.

Just… don’t be a dick.

Try to be kind.

Think before you speak.

Remember that everyone else is fighting battles you probably know nothing about.

And if someone annoys you, take a breath before deciding to make their day worse.

There’s probably a tiny bit of Buddhism hiding in there somewhere.

Be mindful. Let shit go. Cause less suffering where you can.

I’m not claiming enlightenment.

I still get annoyed. I still swear. I’m still occasionally a monumental dick myself.

But I’m working on it.

And perhaps that’s the point.

We don’t have to be perfect.

Just try to leave people feeling a little better rather than a little worse for having crossed your path.

Seems like a decent way to wander through this life.

Don’t be a dick.

Simple.

Stay safe,

Bc