Delivering

Part of being an activist of any kind is delivering the goods. Humanists in a materialistic world must be activists. Greed tends to trump compassion in a world based on money and power. In a world of limited resources, greed is inconsistent with compassion and humanism. 

Delivering in a humanist sense means living responsibly in the moment. Decisions to act are based in a conscious understanding that equanimity begins with me. Fairness in actions and transactions begins with me. Promises without delivering what is promised are lies. Saying "I'm sorry" after habitually abusing those around me is hypocrisy. 

Delivering on humanist values unrelentingly takes courage, discipline and practice. There is little social support for it in these times. However, the personal rewards of this practice are tremendous.