Pathways to Peace Principles

1. We admitted we have a problem with anger and have harmed people, property and ourselves. Whenever possible, we make amends or restitution.

2. We accepted responsibility for our actions and decided to stop our angry behavior. We became willing to forgive those who harmed us, and to forgive ourselves for the harm we caused others.

3. We learned we are never justified in using violent words, threats, or actions to feel powerful over people, situations, or things.

4. We found new ways to feel powerful that do not violate other people's right to feel safe.

5. We are committed to treating all people and their property with the dignity and respect that we, ourselves, deserve and expect.

6. We discovered that limiting beliefs fueled our anger. We adopted new, empowering beliefs to take their place.

7. We believe we can change. And we believe we have a purpose beyond the gratification of our own personal desires.

8. We are being transformed by working this program. Now we forgive those who harmed us and forgive ourselves. Now we choose to continue our personal path of emotional, mental, and spiritual growth, and to help others find their pathway to peace.

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