These can include lifestyles based on religious, political or ethical values, as well as for self-improvement.
In their conversations, Heard explains that he follows a lifestyle called "intentional living" (Isherwood put the phrase in quotes).
In some cases, such changes[clarification needed] are drastic enough that like-minded individuals group together in intentional communities.
While not necessarily representing distinct or actual lifestyles, many themes and areas of human interest, activity, and study exist that contribute to intentional living.
Examples include appropriate technology, conservation, ecology, environmentalism, humanism, humanitarianism, and socially responsible investing.