Spirit Centric Relationship Agreement

Introduction

The intent of this document is to articulate the moral and ethical standards upon which all individuals will govern themselves within life and within the scope of this relationship that they all want to create together.     

Individuals  

This relationship is between ___________________ and ___________________.  

Scope  

To manage expectations, each individual will outline in an appendix to this document, a list of mutually agreed upon responsibilities that will outline the scope of this relationship.  If the responsibilities are weighted to one side, then to balance the energy equation, a reward will be provided to ensure an equal consideration within the relationship.  As each individual is worthy to receive a reward for work or value added, it also creates a debt if that reward is not settled by the end of each day.  Usury shall not be used in this relationship and all rewards be settled at the end of the day to avoid debt or servitude.  All efforts will be made to maintain independence at all times as creating dependencies is inherently harmful and would violate the spiritual ethics and morality code set within this relationship.  Individuals within this relationship also recognize that historically these types of relationships were accomplished through fictional constructs like corporations.  While these tools were typically used to limit liability, spiritual relationships require that each individual accept full responsibility and accountability for their actions or inaction.  Should any issues arise, this agreement will have protocols to help the individuals resolve them peacefully.  This is not a contract as they bind individuals, restricting them and their freedom.  Rather, this is a relationship that respects the spiritual ethical and moral standards to ensure peace and freedom for all.     

Ethical and Moral Standards  

Love, peace, freedom, goodness, joy, faithfulness, gentleness, patience, self-control and kindness are all fruits of the spirit and are the guiding foundation for this relationship.  Being involved in a relationship at this level requires a zero tolerance for violence, coercion, abuse, force, greed, theft, envy, hatred, discord, rage, lies and the like.  Individuals involved in this relationship agree to engage in the relationship with the highest ethical and moral standards.     

Jurisdiction  

As this is a spiritual centric relationship, it falls within the jurisdiction of the Kingdom of God, a spiritual realm where fictional constructs like, corporate, municipal, provincial and even federal jurisdiction does not apply.     

Intent  

As with any relationship, strong communication skills are essential to ensure that full disclosure is achieved so that all other individuals have an opportunity to engage with full, informed consent.  Depending on the level of relationship being explored with this document, that level of full disclosure could be fairly detailed, personal and confidential.  It is the intent of individuals involved in this relationship to build a level of trust and confidentiality to ensure the good faith of all involved is not tarnished or harmed in any way.  It is also the intent of all individuals involved in this relationship to ensure that no harm comes to anybody, whether that be through any action, inaction, ignorance or incompetence.  All individuals will take it upon themselves to be consciously aware of all aspects of the relationship and take active steps to remedy risks that are not acceptable by those involved.     Individuals will outline a risk mitigation strategy in an appendix to this document should specific risks manifest.  Each individual may have different tolerances to risk, so a consensus will be required to ensure that everyone is fully aware and consents to this relationship and the risks associated with the relationship.  

Dispute Resolution  

All relationships have disagreements.  What sets the relationship apart from most others is the ability and willingness of the individuals to work through the dispute in a safe, respectful and equitable manor.  As everyone is living life with full responsibility and accountability as well as the highest moral and ethical standards, disputes should not happen.  However, all individuals also recognize that we all make mistakes from time to time as we are not perfect or infallible.     Forgiveness is a foundational principle to the dispute resolution process as it is of the utmost importance and shows the greatest character and highest stewardship towards spiritual growth, ethics and morality.  However, at times it is difficult to forgive.  In such instances the individuals within this relationship agree to follow a three step dispute resolution process.  

1. Address the issue with the other individual(s) directly and in a timely fashion.  Any delays will cause the issue to grow and accelerate.  The issue will also be done face-to-face or as personally as possible as all individuals recognize that technology like e-mail, texting, social media, etc are poor communication modalities and can exacerbate the problem further.     
2. If the issue can not be resolved, then the individuals agree to bring in two or three witnesses to act as mediators for their dispute.  This mediation is a non-binding mediation process as force and coercion is not a foundation of this relationship. 
3. If the issue can not be resolved even with mediators, then the individuals agree to bring the issue to a public forum where 12 people are invited from the public to sit as a jury to mediate the dispute.  Again, this is a non-binding mediation process, but if individuals refuse to follow the recommendations of the jury, they risk their own reputations as there is jeopardy involved.  If the dispute can not be resolved at this point, then this is grounds to dissolve this relationship and implement the exit strategy. 

In an appendix of this document, the individual(s) involved in this dispute resolution process will be identified, approached and consent obtained by each one of them to ensure they are able and willing to help the individuals within this relationship.     

Exit strategy  

All individuals within this relationship recognize that all relationships end.  Whether that be through death, differences of opinion, violation of ethical or moral standards, etc.  To ensure an equitable exit from this relationship, the individuals will outline a strategy on how the relationship will end that is fair, equal and impartial.  This exit strategy will be outlined as an appendix to this agreement.     

Witnessing this relationship  

Founded on the highest ethical and moral standards as set out in this document, each individual will agree to govern themselves on the highest standards possible.  May the word of each individual reflect the honour and integrity to commit to this relationship with free will and without constraint, witnessed by two or three individuals who can testify to this relationship agreement.  May each individual's yes mean yes and no mean no so that no oath is required.  Each individual will stand by their word and let it reflect his / her commitment to this relationship. 

 _____________________    
Witness One  

_____________________    
Witness Two  

_____________________    
Witness Three