Moral Code Project by Tonatiuh Ornelas

My Personal Moral Code

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:07:02 UTC

For me, my sense of morality always revolved around thinking outside myself and empathy. When I think outside myself I really gain a whole new perspective and it really benefits both myself and others.

1. Think Before You Speak

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:15:56 UTC

Don't just blurt things out. Take at least a moment or two to think about what you're saying and approach what you say with caution. You don't always know it, but sometimes the things you say can really can a negative effect, even if meant as just a "joke"

2. Don't Let Negative Experiences Become Excuses

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:19:06 UTC

Just because someone has had a bad life or a rough time doesn't grant them the right to act rude. At the same time, if you know they've had a rough life, approach them with caution. Try to understand others so they might try to understand you.

3. You Don't Have to Agree, Just Be Tolerant

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:24:52 UTC

If one has beliefs that are not the same as yours, don't persecute them for that. It's fine if you don't exactly agree with something, they have their reasons for following their ideas, and you have yours

4. No Toxic Behavior

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:27:37 UTC

With the last rule in mind, if one has toxic beliefs that promote hate and intolerance, they are considered immoral by my standards.

5. Feel For Others

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:30:58 UTC

Whenever possible, practice empathy. If you ever see anybody struggling in life, keep them in mind. If you can just think outside yourself you've already made the first step to truly helping the world.

10. Act on Your Sense of Right

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:50:28 UTC

With all of my rules in mind, my ultimate goal is act on these. If I see something that conflicts with my moral code I will do what I can to make sure a compromised is reached. In the end these rules are worthless if I don't practice what I preach.

6. Rule of Reciprocity

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:52:32 UTC

This is essentially the golden rule of "Do unto other as you would like to have done to you". So, essentially just be kind to everyone you meet.

7. Stimulate Your Mind

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 19:56:17 UTC

Whatever you do, whether watching TV, playing video games, reading a book, or listening to music. Take a thoughtful approach to what you do. Think about its significance to you and others.

8. Practice Generosity

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 20:00:34 UTC

Learn to share. If you have something, don't hesitate to ask if anyone else would like to share it with you.

9. Don't Hold Onto Hate

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 20:04:48 UTC

It's okay to be angry. It's okay to be mad. It's okay to scream and curse when you're emotional. But it's better to let things mend with words. And if it can't be mended with words, don't let yourself get consumed in hate.

LightDespondent — 2015-02-04 20:11:40 UTC

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