Axeti Nete Moral Code of Conduct
The plant spirits teach us many things about what it means to be a human being. The following is the CSV code of conduct based on Axeti Nete practices, the teachings of our plant spirits and our own human morality.
1. Believe in yourself
It is important to believe in yourself. We were each were born independently with a unique character and own personal set of abilities and capacity. It is important to use your own unique character in service to yourself, your community and the world.
2. Acknowledge there is a higher purpose
“How can that which is contained understand that which contains it?” This simple statement really summarizes Axeti Nete beliefs that there is a higher power and purpose for every one of us and for the human race.
By acknowledging there is a purpose for human life that is greater than the individual makes us each an important part of the greater whole. Every human is limited in their capacity to understand and accomplish all things no matter how much we like to believe otherwise.
The plant spirits show us this in everything around us. A single fish cannot be the river or a single leaf cannot be the tree. What each of these, and all things really implies is that, at best, we are merely a reflection of some of the characteristic of creation, a creation so vast even our most knowledgeable and educated practitioners readily admit that they know very little of it.
The practitioner’s life mission is therefore to attempt to discover its essence.
3. Respect for every person
I will, to the best of my ability, respect every individual I interact with. Every human being is a unique individual. Each one of us has been created noble. It is true that life’s events cause us to come from different circumstances, places and cultures. It is those things that shape our individual lives, but it is ourselves that produce the product of those influences.
By showing respect for others I can expect the same for myself.
4. Respect for the environment
I will respect the earth’s environment. Under all circumstances, to the best of my ability and without causing harm to myself or other persons, I will endeavor to fully utilize all the resources I need to conduct my business and need all the resources I use.
5. Respect for human life
To the best of my ability I will do no harm to another human being unless it is necessary to protect myself or another human from harm or abuse. I will not inflict physical or emotional abuse on another person.
6. Honor your parents
I will Honor my parents. Even if it is for the most basic reason, the fact that they gave me life, I will endeavor to honor my parents.
7. Practice Justice
I will investigate and consider all the facts for myself before making judgements. I will take personal responsibility to determine the facts and the truth in matters of dispute before making a judgment and subsequent decision.
8. Recognition of the total equality of all people
I recognize the principal of equality of men and women in all segments of human society.
9. Trustworthiness
I will practice trustworthiness in my personal and business associations. When I befriend or give my word to someone I will do all that I can to live up to my word and do, to the best of my ability what I said I would do. Because of this personal commitment I will be careful of my words and any commitments I make. I will avoid speaking negatively about people behind their back. Negative thoughts have extremely negative effects and will undermine trust between all the people involved and the larger community(s). It will affect my confidence in myself and any relationships I might have.
10. Education
I recognize that education is important for me and for society around me. With education I learn more about the world and gain a better and broader understanding of how things and societies work.
By continuing to learn through proper education in the arts, sciences and religious practices, I will develop my skills and increase my contribution to society. My personal self worth will increase and I will become a valuable contributor to my family, my community, my country and humankind as a whole.