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Making Ethical Decisions: Things to Ask Yourself
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Summary: Before making a difficult decision, consider asking yourself the following questions to see if you are on ethical "thin ice." |
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Does your decision conflict with any of the core ethical values?
Think of someone whose moral judgment you respect. What would that person do?
How will your decision affect others?
Ask yourself: Are my actions legal?
Are there regulations, rules, or policies that restrict your choices/ actions?
Would your decision be perceived as unethical?
How would your decision look if it were reported on the news or in another public forum?
What would a reasonable person do? How would they percieve your decision?
Would you be proud of your choice if your child were to find out? Would you want them to make the same choice?
Could you rationally and honestly defend your decision?
Will you sleep soundly tonight?
Copyright 2000, Josephson Institute of Ethics
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