Briefly describe YOUR own ethical theory (how YOU make ethical decisions use it
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Briefly describe YOUR own ethical theory (how YOU make ethical decisions use it to apply to any ethical decision, please refer to at least 1 specific ethical dilemm (perhaps the drunk co-worker, or grandma and the sweater, or the boss asks you to do something that goes against your ethics). How if at all does your ethical theory fit with issues of life and death (such as abortion, capital punishment, assisted suicide, etc.) If your answer to the life/death questions depends upon personhood, please briefly define personhood. What are some of the components of a "happy" or "good" or "meaningful" life? Is ethics a part of the aforementioned life? If so, how? Finally, is there an ethical obligation to engage in a profession which makes the world a better place and/or expresses your true self? For example do YOU have an ethical obligation for YOUR job to contribute to the betterment of the world or to a greater amount of happiness, ld a we discussed in class etc.?Explanation / Answer
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(Answer) The need to use ethics as a tool in everyday life comes from the desire for personal and peer well-being. Therefore, the administration of ethics in daily life or rather the “what would I do?” question is always answered with; “do what is best for the purpose of well-being.”
Applying just one theory would not be the most cogent approach since life’s issues are more or less subjective. However, with problems like drunk co-workers, grandma and the jumper, the boss asks me to perform tasks of questionable morality etc. ‘Utilitarianism’ can be applied.
The theory of utilitarianism is ambiguous yet oddly specific, making it perfect for subjective matters. This theory suggests that the ethical approach to a matter should be one that offers the greatest utility. In my case specifically, I could perhaps assume a great benefit for my soul. The forage for other utilities like monetary gains, material ambitions, inflation of ego and rendering of power could be assumed, of a lower or negligible utility. Therefore, if I have a problem with a drunken co-worker or any other moral dilemma, I would probably help or apply myself in a way that most satisfies my soul.
The theory of personhood is a requirement for personal well-being. However, selflessness and benevolence seem to be aspects that are ignored in this theory. For instance, it makes me happy to receive a gift for Christmas. But, it also makes me happy to see the look on my little sibling’s face when they like the toy-train that I have bought them. Happiness and meaningfulness come when the elements of the theory of personhood have a proper balance. Giving and taking of happiness should be in equilibrium as they both constitute the life of a person.
In the workplace, the ethics of ‘Social Responsibility’ are quite pivotal. The ethics of social responsibility require one to give back to the society or social setting (in this case, the workplace). In a common workplace, one offers services in exchange for pecuniary gains. However, it is also important to remember that anybody could replace you and you could replace anybody. In an expression of gratitude for your opportunity being granted to you and only you, mere services need to be exceeded by other expressions. Therefore social responsibility is essential. Helping co-workers, or going the extra mile at work sometimes is how one can evoke that sentiment. Also, the populace has decided to patronise in your company’s products/services. They could easily have replaced your services with that of another company. Other than a buying and selling relationship, it is important to express gratitude to the patrons through social responsibility. Helping with charity events, donating to the “have-nots” and other tasks are essential for a company.
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