Book One, Paragraphs 11-15

Also,

To avoid suspicion, caprice and hypocrisy, especially in positions of power or leadership;

That for the most part, the wealthy are somewhat short of human affection;

Rarely, and only when absolutely necessary, to tell someone who asks for help 

that I am too busy or don't have the means to do so;

Not to ignore, and certainly not to resent a friend's criticism, 

even if it seems off-base, but to consider that there may be 

some truth in it and do my best to regain his trust;

To speak of anyone who was a teacher to me with wholehearted gratitude;

Love of family and friends, love of truth, love of justice, love of beauty;

To hold the ideal of families, schools, workplaces, towns and states 

based on equality, shared power and freedom of conscience;

To be dedicated in the study of philosophy;

To be on the lookout for opportunities to help someone or do good;

Unstinting generosity with my resources, time and effort;

To stay hopeful and lean on the affection of my friends;

To be direct but calm when I need to criticize someone;

Never to aim for others to admire me;

Not to pretend to like or dislike something, or to laugh 

insincerely, just to please someone else;

To practice mindful speech: to always mean what I say;

Self-mastery: to learn to be immune to passing whims by recognizing them and 

pausing to observe them rise and fall rather than follow them impulsively;

To talk and to eat slowly, calmly, mindfully;

In nothing either to be hurried or hesitant, too eager or procrastinating;

An uncomplaining energy for what needs to be done;

To stay cheerful in all circumstances, including illness;

To be gentle but dignified;

Not to panic when the unexpected happens (as it inevitably will!);

To do my best not to be morose, resentful or envious;

A forgiving, truthful and trusting nature;

To do the right thing for its own sake, as a way of showing honor to myself and my fellow creatures, and not for the sake of rewards or punishments (especially supernatural);

Never to consider myself inferior or superior to others;

A good sense of humor.