How Does Purpose, Values, Principles - An Ethics Framework Work?

A purpose is like your favorite toy, it’s what you love doing most; a value is like the rules you follow to keep playing fairly; and a principle is like the big reason why you play at all.

How It All Works Together

Think of your purpose as your favorite game. You love playing because it makes you happy. Your values are like the things you promise yourself, like not cheating or sharing turns. These help you keep the game fun for everyone. Principles are like the big reason you play: maybe to make friends, or to have a good time every day.

An Example from Playtime

Imagine you're playing with your best friend. Your purpose is to win the race, it’s what gets you excited. Your values might be being fair and not pushing your friend. Your principle could be that having fun together matters more than winning. Even if you lose, you still feel good because you stayed true to your values and principles.

So, when you know your purpose, stick to your values, and remember your principles, it's like having a superpower that helps you make the best choices every day! A purpose is like your favorite toy, it’s what you love doing most; a value is like the rules you follow to keep playing fairly; and a principle is like the big reason why you play at all.

How It All Works Together

Think of your purpose as your favorite game. You love playing because it makes you happy. Your values are like the things you promise yourself, like not cheating or sharing turns. These help you keep the game fun for everyone. Principles are like the big reason you play: maybe to make friends, or to have a good time every day.

An Example from Playtime

Imagine you're playing with your best friend. Your purpose is to win the race, it’s what gets you excited. Your values might be being fair and not pushing your friend. Your principle could be that having fun together matters more than winning. Even if you lose, you still feel good because you stayed true to your values and principles.

So, when you know your purpose, stick to your values, and remember your principles, it's like having a superpower that helps you make the best choices every day!

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Examples

  1. A student chooses to tell the truth about cheating because they value honesty.
  2. A parent decides to share food with a neighbor because of their belief in fairness.
  3. A company avoids using harmful chemicals due to its commitment to environmental care.

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