Thursday, June 11, 2009

My Bill of Rights



Following is a list of my non-negotiable Bill of Rights. These are the essential things you need to know about me if you are in my life, and this goes for clients, friends, family members and even people I barely know.



1. I value the truth. I vow to always tell the truth to the best 
     of my ability and expect the same from you.
     That includes telling me if I have toilet paper stuck 
      to the back of my shoe or if I have spinach in my teeth.

2. I value promptness. I will make every effort to show 
    up on time, whether it is to a coaching call or to 
     meet you, I hate waiting and I don't enjoy 
     making you wait. 
     I would appreciate the same from you.

3. I value meaningful and kind interactions. 
     This precludes speaking badly about people 
      behind their backs. If I have something to say to you, 
     I will make every effort to say it kindly to your face, 
     even if it is difficult. I expect the same from you.

4. I want to be appreciated for what I do for you. 
    That includes saying please and thank you and doing 
    random acts of kindness. I will make every effort to 
    be grateful and kind to you.

5. I need to trust that you will be there for me in a crisis. 
    I will be there for you. 
    That includes making food for you, giving you shelter, 
    taking care of your kids, lending you money, etc. 

6. I value sincere apologies. If I do something wrong, 
    I will apologize and have a productive conversation 
    with you about future wrongdoings. 
    If you do something wrong, I would appreciate the same.

7. I value being valued. To be loved for being me, 
    not for someone you wish I would be. 
    Right back at you.

8. I hate being yelled at and reprimanded. 
    Nothing good comes from 
    shaming me or anyone else. 
    In return, I won't yell at you.


What are your bill of rights? 

2 comments:

  1. Love your bill of rights and feel like adopting it as it stands for myself!

    Warmest regards
    Marie Tapper
    http://sunwindwaterlifecoaching.blogg.se

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  2. Hi Marie,
    Thanks for the follow and the lovely comments. So great to "meet" a like minded spirit! Send me your bill of rights. I would love to see what new ones are unique to you.

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