Critical Thinking – Day 7 : Ethical Paradox
Today’s Life Class was an eye-opening experience as we explored Critical Thinking – Ethical Paradoxes. I had never realized how many factors come into play when making decisions. The session was incredibly engaging, keeping us hooked from start to finish.
One of the most thought-provoking aspects was imagining how our decisions might change when viewed from different perspectives. We explored various ethical paradoxes, and the one that resonated with me the most was Moral Relativism—the idea that morality isn’t universal.
Previously, I assumed that my moral beliefs were commonly shared by those around me. However, I learned that ethical values are deeply influenced by one’s environment and experiences. What feels right to me might not be the same for someone else, and that doesn’t make either of us wrong. Our conditioning shapes our perspectives, making what seems unfamiliar to me completely natural for another.
Reflecting on past experiences, I now realize that I have encountered this paradox multiple times. Moving forward, I will be more mindful when facing such situations. I will respect differing moral values and embrace the idea of agreeing to disagree, depending on the context. The content learned today will sharpen my skills related to decision making and analysing it.
I agree that it’s challenging, as emotions often take the lead. The session was truly eye-opening, especially in understanding Moral Relativism. It made me realize how deeply our environment shapes our values.