An introduction to the Endeavor
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Where does our vision “Unity and Freedom for all” come from?
Our vision is an expression of the Endeavor, a way of knowing, being, and living. We strive to create hope for peaceful co-existence between humanity (nature) and the larger world (Nature).
Central to the Endeavor is the living and unifying principle of spirituality, or the
“connection and interconnection of all things.”
The Endeavor begins as a choice of personal responsibility to develop yourself in a life of Virtue. Your Virtue depends on your unique identity. Regardless of our backgrounds, there are ideals that many cultural groups aspire to within their societies. The ideals we hope to attain in our community are Peace, Justice, and Equality.
We start by connecting our past to the present so that we understand our human nature (how we think/feel/act) in relation to other people and other beings in Nature.
We discover who we are when we understand our worldview. A worldview is a cross-cultural expression, influenced by how we learn and grow through meaningful stories, legends, myths, beliefs, and values.
We then hone our identity further by refining our worldview and making a conscious effort to accept the worldview of others.
When we arrive at acceptance, we start to perceive life through others’ worldviews. We then realize our common struggles and consider what actions could improve our wellbeing.
Through calls to action, we unite in common cause to strive for a higher cause. By harnessing our collective knowledge, wisdom, and skills, we draw upon the efforts of past generations to make progress on real problems affecting our societies today.
Participating in calls to action lead to quests that promote personal change, growth, and transformation. Our example can inspire Love and guide others, especially our next generation, to walk a path towards Peace, Justice, and Equality.
Those who choose to make the Endeavor strive to cultivate Love across four areas:
1) Your Self (Spirit, Heart, Body, Mind)
2) Your Community
3) Your co-existence with Nature
4) Your Transcendence - Your beliefs or ideals for a higher reality
The path of self-love and love for others is a constant journey across one’s lifespan to be mindful of our own needs while respecting the needs of others.
A life in the Endeavor means making a choice to pursue what makes us Whole and One with the cosmos. This life also means we are willing to show compassion for others and give our communities our best efforts to attain a society, rooted in Peace, Justice, and Equality.
Walking this path is not easy. Each struggle will influence and shape your identity and worldview throughout your journey.
There is darkness within and around us. The Endeavor is a choice to choose the light. One source of light is enough to inspire action to push back against darkness. Become a source of light to guide your personal life and our collective journey towards balance.
The path to balance is a journey for unity and freedom.
Sincerely,
The Praxium Team