#camprules

8 LIFE RULES TO LIVE BY

During our LTS Caravan Days, we would usually start our session by laying down these Ground Rules for the participants and facis to abide. Late last year, I was reminded again of these rules. I was asked to complete this prase: In this holiday season, I will.. and I said I will be in the moment. I will be here, be now.

And so for 2016 (and the coming years), I’d like to go back to my LTS days again and follow these eight rules to live by.

Rule #1 BE SAFE. In anything and in everything, always be safe. You can try new adventures, explore, take risks but know when to stop and when it will compromise your safety. Health is wealth so just take John Lloyd’s advice: Ingat.

Rule #2 BE HERE. BE NOW. In the age of smartphones, do not be a robot. Know when to keep your phone and enjoy the moment. Be engaged. Establish real and meaningful relationships by being there and giving your full attention to whatever you are doing. Be now. Do not worry of tomorrow for tomorrow will worry about itself.

Rule #3 NO ZINGER. Think before you speak. Your words can make or break someone so don’t give unnecessary and unsolicited remarks. Also, do not be a killjoy.

Rule #4 LISTEN. Learn to listen. Listen with your ear, with your mind, with your heart and with your hands.

Rule #5 HOT COMMUNICATION. Always be honest, open and truthful. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Always have healthy and meaningful conversations.

Rule #6 BE RESPONSIBLE. And be accountable.

Rule #7 OBSERVE CONFIDENTIALITY. Be trustworthy.

Rule #8 TOYS - Take Off Your Shoes. Treat everyone equally and fairly, regardless of profession, race or religion. Also, stay grounded and be humble.