Acting In a Sacred Manner

I attempt to do everything I do in what a Lakota would say was a sacred manner, which, for me, means that I act according to the three questions (1. Would I do this in front of God?; 2. Is my name really on it?; 3. Will this increase the integrity of the universe?).  These questions lead me to act in a loving manner with respect for everything and everybody.  Acting in this manner initially required a great deal of focus but has now become a habit or natural for me.  I find living in this manner to be very fulfilling.  I also will admit quite freely that I often have selfish or self-centered thoughts, which I usually do not act on and, when I do, I apologize.