As a secular/non-religious person, I live a life of secular ethics, secular morality, and The Ten Humanist Commitments: Altruism Caring for the World Around Us Critical Thinking Empathy Ethical Development Global Awareness Humility Peace and Social Justice Responsibility Service and Participation. https://www.uua.org/beliefs/what-we-believe/beliefs/buddhism (This whole link describes me accurately.) https://www.uri.org/kids/world-religions/buddhist-beliefs (I strongly agree with Buddhist beliefs, I say that responsible usage of alcohol is good.) https://www.uua.org/beliefs/what-we-believe/beliefs/pagan (Many Unitarian Universalists like me draw inspiration from the cycles of seasons, the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and the intricate relationships between humans and all the other life on this planet. Some of us practice indigenous religions and Modern Paganism. All of these are part of the sixth source of our living tradition that I live by, "spiritual teachings of earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature." Our worship services include writings, poetry, and ritual of earth-centered traditions. As allies in indigenous peoples’ struggles for cultural survival, we do not borrow indigenous practices and use them as our own. We respect indigenous religions as paths to native peoples’ spiritual and cultural renewal, and welcome those who practice them. We also welcome those who identify as Pagans, including Wiccans, Druids, and practitioners of Goddess Spirituality. The Modern Pagan movements have many Unitarian Universalists among them. Some of our congregations have Modern Pagan groups within them, organized as chapters of CUUPS (the Covenant of UU Pagans). Explore Earth-Centered Connections It's About Time, Persephone from UUWorld Dawn Meditation for the Fall Equinox from UUWorld From Skinner House Books: Aisha's Moonlit Walk: Stories and Celebrations for the Pagan Year From inSpirit: The UU Book and Gift Shop: In Nature's Honor: Myths and Rituals Celebrating the Earth From Beacon Press: Ancient Mirrors of Womanhood: A Treasury of Goddess and Heroine Lore from Around the World Connect with Modern Pagans through the Covenant of UU Pagans Aisha's Moonlit WalkStories and Celebrations For the Pagan Year By Anika Stafford From Skinner House Books A fictional modern-day family celebrates the eight pagan holidays over the course of a year. Buy This Book For more information contact info@uua.org. SHARE: --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/antonio-myers4/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/antonio-myers4/support