We are part of the natural world. We marvel at the vastness of the cosmos, and we relish our place within it.

We experience the universe as an active part of it, fascinated—and inspired—because we’re made of the same ingredients as butterflies and blue whales, giant sequoias and spiral galaxies.

We see each other through humanist eyes—as fellow human beings—as cousins—equal in dignity and deserving of compassion and respect.

We cherish our loved ones and treasure our short time in the world, so we tackle problems using the most successful methods ever devised—science, reason, and free inquiry—to improve our lives and enhance the well-being of everyone.

We do not fear the unknown but rather take courage from the wondrous discoveries that have already been made.

We accept that our lives will end, but we find hope and take great joy in knowing that life keeps going.

We see ourselves as one tale among millions in the magnificent and ever-evolving story of life—and we are thrilled to be here.

We are secular humanists, and we are living happily without religion.