I'm not really that keen on rules, so these ('codes' if you like!) are intended to be fluid and more like a guiding principles ... they definitely aren't meant to be comprehensive (although they are fairly numerous!) or in any way prescriptive...let me know if you think I should add/ change any!
A Chapess believes in ...
1. Sisterhood
2. Striving to broaden the mind
3. The edifying qualities of the Arts & Culture
4. Speaking/writing your mind & being true to your word
5. Expressing oneself creatively inc. unbridled singing and dancing
6. Day dreaming - as a great way to cultivate the imagination
7. Avoiding time wasting exercises like housework where-ever possible
8. Striving for self-reliance and self-sufficiency
9. Chap-collaboration - allegiance is more effective than opposition
10. Protecting the environment and wildlife
11. Philanthropy - selflessness and acts of kindness
12. Peaceful solutions and conflict-avoidance
13. Celebrating female difference and individuality
14. Embracing a guilt free existence
15. Dressing to please oneself
16. Forgiveness rather than revenge
17. Food & drink (especially ale) appreciation - as a shared experience
18. Political awareness and being being critical of the 'Media Machine'
19. Equality and freedom in romantic relationships
20. Adventure, whether as a flaneur in the city or as an explorer of nature
