Not exact matches
4 I use the term «matter of preference» to mean a situation of human
choice in which there is finally no rational
basis for an
ethical distinction between the alternatives.
For people whose
ethical views are
based in a religious tradition, that
choice seems monstrous.
However, in such a process and ecologically
based ontology,
ethical reflections and
choices of actions can only be effectively carried out in an interdisciplinary and multi-cultural context, since no single scientific, philosophical or normative point of view will suffice.
It is a question about which policymakers have aimed to provide clarity, not only from an
ethical and legal standpoint but to offer parents the assurance that they've made the right
choice based on the weight of current medical evidence.
For many, the
choice to live a plant
based lifestyle is a
ethical choice.
But good,
ethical, «real» niche dating
based on real
choices has worked well — at Christian Connection we continue to build a loyal and committed community.
Students analyze descriptions, dialogue, and actions to discover, articulate, and justify character motivation and invent character behaviors
based on the observation of interactions,
ethical choices, and emotional responses of people
The ability to make constructive
choices about personal behavior and social interactions
based on
ethical standards, safety concerns, and social norms.
To what extent do you view your investing life as an extension of your personal life?By that I mean to what extent do the personal morals and
ethical values of Tim the man govern the investing decisions of Tim the dividend growth investor?If you ask your typical dividend growth investor if they would be willing to invest in a lucrative but immoral venture, say selling child pornography or crack cocaine, the answer would probably be «absolutely not» regardless of the yield, valuation or growth prospects of the underlying venture.And yet, ask that same investor what their thoughts are about Phillip Morris and they would probably describe what a wonderful investment it is and go on about why you should own it.Do your personal morals ever come into play when buying companies, or do you compartmentalize your conscience, wall it off from the part of your brain that thinks about investments, and make your investing decisions
based on the financial prospects of the company?The reason why I'm asking is that I keep identifying stocks of companies that I love from an investing perspective but despise on a human level.I can not in good conscience own any piece of Phillip Morris knowing the impact that smoking related illness has on the families of smokers.You might say that the smoker made his
choice to smoke so you don't mind taking his money, but his children never made that
choice and they are the ones who will suffer when he dies 20 years too soon.
Socially responsible investing, also known as «
ethical investing», is about actively exercising
choice about the kinds of companies you will or will not invest in
based on your own values and beliefs.
The ability to make constructive
choices about personal behavior and social interactions
based on
ethical standards, safety concerns, and social norms.
The Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning defines responsible decision making as «the ability to make constructive and respectful
choices about personal behavior and social interactions
based on considerations of
ethical standards, safety concerns, the realistic evaluation of the consequences that stem from actions and the well - being of self and others.»
A lovely made - in - Canada
choice that will pay tribute to Ryan's Canuck heritage and Blake's concern for
ethical product sourcing is this practical - but - pretty glider by Monte Design, an Ontario -
based company.