Virtue of the Week – Cleanliness
Virtue of the Week focuses on building peaceful and caring communities through understanding and fostering the practice of virtues. The Source supports the Virtues Project and will publish one virtue developed by the project each week.
Cleanliness
Cleanliness is treating our bodies with respect and care by keeping ourselves clean, fresh and healthy, eating pure foods and breathing fresh air. We strive to keep our spirit clean and our mind clear. We rid ourselves of habits that do not serve us well. Our thoughts and words honor others and ourselves. We forgive and we cleanse our hearts of negativity. We care for the earth. Cleanliness within us brings more peace to the world and to ourselves.
Quote: “Cleanliness is a state of purity, clarity, and precision.” -Suze Orman
The Practice of Cleanliness
I keep myself organized and clean.
I put only healthful things in my body.
I cleanse myself of harmful habits.
I am willing and able to clear up my mistakes.
I keep my environment clean and beautiful.
I am a responsible steward of the earth.
Questions for Discussion
- Is there any forgiveness that is being withheld in our community?
- In terms of social justice, what does clearing up our mistakes look like?
- Does negativity exist here? What form does it take? How can we acknowledge and undo it?
- How can the community support in keeping our spirit clean?
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Virtue of the Week is provided by the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) in partnership with the VI Source and Virtues Matter.
About the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Since 1990, CFVI has been a catalyst for positive change in the territory through initiatives committed to youth, learning, family support and the environment. With a professional staff and a volunteer Board of Directors composed of community leaders, CFVI is a trusted advocate and supporter of programs that ensure opportunity and sustainability for current and future generations. CFVI is a registered non-profit organization entirely supported by individual donors, grants, trusts, corporate donations and estate planning. For more information, visit www.cfvi.net.
About Virtues Matter Virtues Matter was started by a passionate wife-husband team of social entrepreneurs seeking to positively uplift as many lives as possible. We aim to inspire and empower, to build capacity, strengthen relationships, and help everyone lead lives of passion and purpose.
Virtues Matter believes in a world where people are committed to kindness and respect, strive to be their best, and live with hope, courage and in unity. We built the Virtues Cards mobile app, an interactive personal and team development tool, to help people identify and develop key virtue skills. We also offer dynamic workshops, online training, and customized programs to help people cultivate these positive qualities of character. To learn more, visit virtuesmatter.com.
To learn more about the Virtues Project, visit www.virtuesproject.com.
