"what is the 'sun' of a human gift economy, the source that constantly replenishes the flow of gifts? Maybe it's love"
"you can store meat in your own pantry or in the belly of your brother."
"Know the ways of the ones who take care of you, so that you can take care of them."
"Introduce yourself. Be accountable as the one who comes asking for a life."
"Ask permission before taking. Abide by the answer."
"Never take the first one. Never take the last."
"Take only what you need."
"Take only that which is given."
"Never take more than half. Leave some for others."
"Harvest in a way that minimizes harm."
"Use it respectfully. Never waste what you have taken."
"Share."
"Give thanks for what you have been given."
"Give a gift in reciprocity for what you have taken."
"Sustain the ones who sustain you and the Earth will last forever."
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