The rules I live by
I decided I should compile a list of rules by which I live my life. I only felt it fitting, since my actions often cause confusion, and while I may seem to be quite random to the casual observer, I actually have a very calculated method of decision making/living.
So here's a bit of what defines me, I'll post these in list form.
Rule 1
-Before taking any action, I must have reasonable expectations that it will help more people than it will harm. I do not take my own gain or loss into consideration in this expectation.
Rule 2
-If something I'm going to say is going to make people happy, laugh, or just generally improve their day, it's worth saying.
Rule 3
-Do not have a negative disposition to somebody unless I have good reason (Such as if antagonizing them obeys Rule 1). Good reasons include:
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They are committing some kind of crime
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They are intentionally harming others for their own self-gain
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They are spreading hatred intentionally.
Rule 4
-Let the past remain in the past, in the long run it takes more effort to hold a grudge than to forgive and forget.
Rule 5
-Others before myself.
Rule 6
-Anticipate the consequences of my actions and prepare for said consequences in advance.
Rule 7
-Loyalty to friends goes before loyalty to self (AKA helping others over preservation of self)
Rule 8
-Negative emotions can be kept to myself unless somebody actually has a genuine interest in such emotions.
Rule 9
-Sacrifice is a necessary part of life, always accept it when necessary.
Rule 10
-Say things are they are, not as you wish they were.
Rule 11
-If any of my beliefs are disproved by evidence, discard the belief.
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I hope that kind of clears up any confusion you may have had over my moral obligations or philosophy. I was going to compile this list eventually anyway, so posting it here to help others understand the rules by which I guide myself would make a lot of sense and make my life a lot easier, instead of having to explain it individually.
However, if you do wish for me to elaborate on anything written here, tell me in the comments, PM, or really any way to contact me and I shall elaborate/answer any questions.
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