Morality and the self

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A branch of philosophy, examines what is right and wrong, guiding human behavior through moral principles

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Ethics

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“moralitas” meaning

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Manner

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Refers to a code of conduct that defines standards for what is rigth and wrong behavior

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Morality

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are explicit or understood regulations goberning conduct within specific activities or spheres

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Rules

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__ posited that humans are rational animals and social beings

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Aristotle

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“socius” meaning

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companion or ally

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Importance of Rules to Social Beings

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Regulates Behavior
Guarantees rights and freedom
Sense of Justcice
Healthy Economic system

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encompass the rules individuals believe gobern right and wrong actions

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Moral standards

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Key characteristics of moral standards

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Universality
Impartial considerations
Associated emotions

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arises when an individual faces a difficult choice between two actions that conflict with moral principles

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Moral Dilemma

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Key features of moral dilemma

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Conflicting choices
Capability
Moral failure
Neither requirement overriden

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Humans can be ethical

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Rationality
Autonomy
Self-consciousness

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Minimum requirements for morality

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Reason
Impartiality

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Rules establish norms that guide behavior, helping individuals understand what is acceptable in society

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Regulates Behavior

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Laws and ethical tules protect individuals’ rights, ensuring that everyone can enjoy freedom without infringing on others’ rights

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Guarantees rights and freedom

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A structured set of rules fosters a sense of justice, allowing individuals to understand fairness and equity in interactions

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Sense of justice

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Rules create a framework for fair trade and economic interactions, encouraging trust and cooperation in the marketplace

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Healthy Economic System

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Moral standards apply to everyone, regardless of personal beliefs or circumstances

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Universality

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They are based on objective reasoning rather than subjective feelings

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Impartial Consideration

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Moral standards often invoke strong emotional responses, sucb as guilt or pride, when violated or upheld

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Associated Emotions

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The agent is required to perform conflicting actions

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Conflicting choices

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The agent can perform both actions but is prevented from doing so by ethical constraints

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Capability

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Regardless of choice, the agent feels condemned to fail morally

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Moral failure

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The conflicting moral requirements stand without any one being prioritized over the other

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Neither requirement overriden

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Humans can think critically and analyze ethical dilemmas

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Rationality

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Individuals possess the freedom to make choices based on their moral beliefs

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Autonomy

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Awareness of oneself and one's actions allows for reflection kn ethical behavior

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Self-consciousness

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Individuals must use logic and critical thinking to assess moral situations

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Reason

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Fair and unbiased consideration of all parties involved is essential for ethical decision-making

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Impartiality