Reverence for Life

Reverence for life is a way of thinking and behaving that shows respect and compassion for all living creatures. It means that we think carefully before taking any action that could hurt any living creature, whether it's a person, an animal, a plant, or even a bug. We think about how something we do could affect other living things, and act accordingly. That could mean understanding that there’s a cycle of taking and giving—you take something from nature, but you also give back by taking good care of it. Reverence for life is also about understanding that we are all connected in some way—an animal’s life may be different from yours, but it’s still important. Remembering this can help us to show more kindness and compassion for all living things.