VALUES IN ACTION

Your personal code of ethics determines the personal rules you use in living. It guides your actions and decisions Your code of ethics reflects your values

If he values __________, he should __________________ Travis sat down in the last seat on the crowded bus. He was exhausted. At the next stop, an elderly woman holding a full shopping bag got on. There was no seat for her. What should Travis do?

If he values __________, he should __________________ Deon was late for his interview for a summer job at a fast-food restaurant, and he was speeding. He looked in his rearview mirror and saw the flashing lights of a police car. He didn’t have the money to pay a speeding ticket, and he was concerned about how his parents would react if he got one. Should Deon make up an excuse for speeding to tell the police officer?

If she values __________, she should __________________ Shana’s employer is concerned about energy conservation and requires that all but certain lights be turned off when the employees leave. Yesterday had been a busy day, and Shana had worked hard. Her boss had complimented her on her productive day. When Shana reached her car after work, she remembered that she had not turned off the light in one room. She was very tired and decided to leave the light on. The next morning her boss approached her and two co-workers, asking if they knew who had forgotten to turn off the light. What should Shana do?

If she values __________, she should __________________ Tricia purchased a sweater for $44 and gave the clerk two $20 bills and a $10 bill. The clerk handed Tricia two $5 bills in change. What should Tricia do?

If he values __________, he should __________________ While Michael was doing some work around the house, he accidentally broke his mother's favorite vase. He hurriedly picked up the broken piece and decided to glue it back in place. Afterwards, he had difficulty seeing the crack in the vase. He wondered if his mother would notice. What should Michael do at this point?

Sara was leaving her home to meet several friends and could not find her car keys. She knew she had placed them on the dining table when she returned earlier. She stormed through the house, accusing her younger brother and sister, her mother, and even the pet dog of moving the keys. Her brother had hidden them from her once before. The Sara found the keys in her coat pocket. What should Sara do? If she values __________, she should __________________

If he values __________, he should __________________ Andre’s friend Corbin had started using drugs. Corbin’s habit was beginning to affect his health, his relationships at home and with friends, and also his work at school. While at the video store, Andre saw Corbin’s father, who asked him if he had noticed any changes in Corbin lately. What should Andre do?

Your Turn… Edit your personal code of ethics You need at least ten clearly communicated ethics that your best friend and your family members would verify if asked.