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In this thread I plan to post quotes, stories, and questions that I find to be thought provoking and stimulating to the mind. A moment's reflection can really make you contemplate the path you are taking, the person you are becoming, and the places you are going. I encourage others to participate, by either adding your own input or by responding to what I post.
 
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I'm going to start off with a view on politics. Should set the table nicely.

In my ethics class I learned that partisanship is a polemical argument. They only present one side of the issue. Ethics can be defined as educating yourself in both sides of an issue and then making your decision based on your morals.

The biggest problem in politics today is the number one priority for a political party is defeating the other side, not improving upon our shortcomings.
 
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When you hear someone who is gung-ho about punishing a criminal to the fullest extent say give them what they deserve, what does that mean to you? Should we give them what they deserve? You tend to expect what you deserve when you have worked hard to earn it, but what do you expect when you have screwed up? What you deserve, or more than likely, lenience and forgiveness?
 
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Free your mind and the rest will follow
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NewToVolCountry said:
When you hear someone who is gung-ho about punishing a criminal to the fullest extent say give them what they deserve, what does that mean to you? Should we give them what they deserve? You tend to expect what you deserve when you have worked hard to earn it, but what do you expect when you have screwed up? What you deserve, or more than likely, lenience and forgiveness?
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Expecting forgiveness and deserving it are two different things
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tri_vol said:
Expecting forgiveness and deserving it are two different things
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I'm not saying criminals are deserving of forgiveness, by any means. But in some cases, the only difference in a criminal and you and I is they got caught. One bad decision, one mistake, and their lives are changed just like that.
 
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3 steps to managing your money:

1. Live within your means
2. Save what you can. You never know when that may come in handy.
3. Use some of what you have to help those even worse off. There is not anything more fulfilling than doing a good deed and improving the lives of others.
 
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"In truth, we are all connected; most of us just can't see the glue." -Bo Lozoff

As you become more aware of how connected you are to the world and everyone in it, you become to be more encouraged to take personal responsibility. You realize that your actions have an impact on the world and those living in it.
 
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Ryokan's nephew-

Ryokan's brother had a delinquent son, always into trouble. Finally, the parents had had enough and took him to see Ryokan, a very wise man. They stood around expecting Ryokan to admonish him, to speak words that would change the boys behavior. He said nothing, though. The boy stayed overnight, and while preparing to leave the next morning, he laced Ryokan's sandals. He felt a drop of warm water drip onto him. He looked up to see the wise uncle's eyes full of tears. The boy returned home, and from then on out his behavior changed for the better. (Safranksy, 1990)

From this story you take away the revelation that the fear of disappointing someone who cares is a bigger motivator than reprimanding and harsh words.
 
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NewToVolCountry said:
Ryokan's nephew-

Ryokan's brother had a delinquent son, always into trouble. Finally, the parents had had enough and took him to see Ryokan, a very wise man. They stood around expecting Ryokan to admonish him, to speak words that would change the boys behavior. He said nothing, though. The boy stayed overnight, and while preparing to leave the next morning, he laced Ryokan's sandals. He felt a drop of warm water drip onto him. He looked up to see the wise uncle's eyes full of tears. The boy returned home, and from then on out his behavior changed for the better. (Safranksy, 1990)

From this story you take away the revelation that the fear of disappointing someone who cares is a bigger motivator than reprimanding and harsh words.
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Did this take place in Canada?
 
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That story reminded me of this...

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oh to be a freshman again...
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This. Newts innocence is adorable.
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Newt, someday you'll be 35 and realize all those Ethics and Philosophy (if you're taking any) classes were complete crap. Real life is not learned or demonstrated in College. Sorry if I seem bitter. I'm not bitter, just have a more realistic outlook on life. I love my life after I found out what was important.
 
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