The 11 principles for Living the Good Life by Helen Nearing 1. Do the best you can, whatever arises. 2. Be at peace with yourself. 3. Find a job you enjoy. 4. Live in simple conditions; housing, food, clothing; get rid of clutter. 5. Contact nature every day; feel the earth under your feet. 6. Take physical exercise through hard work; through gardening or walking. 7. Don’t worry; live one day..