These are the traits of character that express the charm, warmth and sincerity of Hawaii’s people. It was the working philosophy of native Hawaiians and was represented as a gift to the people of Hawaii.
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Aloha Spirit” is the coordination of mind and heart within each person. It brings each person to the self. To be a true ambassador of Aloha each person must think and emote good feelings to others, in the contemplation and presence of the life force.
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​“Aloha” is more than a word of greeting, farewell, or a salutation. “Aloha” means mutual regard and affection, and extends warmth in caring with no obligation in return.
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“Aloha” is the essence of relationships in which each person is important to every other person for collective existence.​
“Aloha” means to hear what is not said, to see what cannot be seen and to know the unknowable.
The “Aloha Spirit” is easy to live.​ We treat others with respect and dignity.
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In carrying out our job duties we will remain professional, respectful, non-judgmental, fair and insofar as is possible pleasant in dealing with people.​ We have respect for ourselves, our job and others; and we show the Aloha Spirit!