To-Shin Do Student Creed
I believe in myself. I am confident. I can accomplish my goals.
I believe in what I study. I am disciplined. I am ready to learn and advance.
I believe in my teachers. I show respect to all who help me progress.
Code of Mindful Action
The first 2 points deal with material considerations.
1
I protect life and health. //
I avoid violence whenever possible.
2
I respect the property and space of all. //
I avoid taking what has not been offered.
The next 3 points remind you to be true to yourself.
3
I develop significant relationships. //
I avoid abusing others for selfish gain.
4
I thoughtfully express the truth. //
I avoid the confusion of dishonest words.
5
I cultivate a positive attitude, a healthy body, and a clear mind. //
I avoid whatever would reduce my physical or mental well-being.
The next 3 points guide communication actions with others.
6
I communicate health, happiness, and peace of mind to everyone I meet.
I avoid violent, disturbing, and unduly critical speech.
7
I promote harmony and positive momentum to bring out the best in everyone.
I avoid causing alienation, doubt, and division among others.
8
I encourage all to speak purposefully from the heart.
I avoid the dull contentment of gossip and small talk.
The next 3 points are key for being effective in the world.
9
I am as enthusiastic about others’ fulfillment as I am about my own.
I avoid treating others’ successes as the cause of my lacks.
10
I promote the enjoyment of life, and encourage others with my smile.
I avoid setting myself against the world.
11
I promote the search for the personal realization of truth.
I avoid the seductive comfort of narrow-mindedness
The final 3 points suggest how to generate accomplishment.
12
I accomplish what must be done in a timely and effective way.
I avoid putting off doing that which will benefit me and my world today.
13
I strive to be so strong that nothing can disturb my peace of mind.
I avoid the negative effects of worry, doubt, and regret.
14
I work to build love, happiness, and loyalty among all the members of my family.
I avoid putting temporary personal benefit ahead of the welfare of those I love.
Learn more about the Creed & Code
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