Philosophy Term Paper
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|Writing Assignment #2 |
|Philosophy 101 |
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|12/20/2009 |
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In philosophy, value is a property of objects, including physical objects as well as abstract objects, or actions, representing their degree of importance to an individual. An object with philosophic value may be termed an ethic or philosophic good. As Wikipedia says about values, “personal and cultural value is a relative ethic value, an assumption on which implementation can be extrapolated. A value system is a set of consistent values and measures. A principle value is a foundation upon which other values and measures of integrity are based.” No matter what your socio-economic background, I believe that our values shape who we are, and how we live our lives. Once we get to a certain age, we are capable of self-reflection, and although it may be difficult, we all have the strength within us to make change happen. If some of your adult values are different than those you grew up with, then that will at some point cause conflict with those in your family. I believe that part of being an adult means making tough decisions about what’s right for you, and then having the courage to stick with
|Writing Assignment #2 |
|Philosophy 101 |
| |
| |
|12/20/2009 |
| |
In philosophy, value is a property of objects, including physical objects as well as abstract objects, or actions, representing their degree of importance to an individual. An object with philosophic value may be termed an ethic or philosophic good. As Wikipedia says about values, “personal and cultural value is a relative ethic value, an assumption on which implementation can be extrapolated. A value system is a set of consistent values and measures. A principle value is a foundation upon which other values and measures of integrity are based.” No matter what your socio-economic background, I believe that our values shape who we are, and how we live our lives. Once we get to a certain age, we are capable of self-reflection, and although it may be difficult, we all have the strength within us to make change happen. If some of your adult values are different than those you grew up with, then that will at some point cause conflict with those in your family. I believe that part of being an adult means making tough decisions about what’s right for you, and then having the courage to stick with