I am happy to read that you have found a way of living in the world that works for you. Trying to live by some ethical system or religious precepts can work for people most of the time, but as Mike Tyson pointed out "Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth." When you are emotionally tested by something that deeply impacts your heart, like death of a close relative, loss of reputation, financial ruin, then you will find the real value of your practice.