Morals

Today in work, we were having a discussion regarding on of the boys that work there. He apparently is talking to a girl, and we were throwing some ideas out there on who he's talking to. Someone suggested that he was talking to a girl that hangs with a rough group uptown, and someone eventually questioned if this boy will do a sexual act. I for one stood up for the boy, saying I believe he is a better person, and will know when the right time to go down that pathway is. Another girl then said that sexual desires is prominent in men, and said that most will succumb to that desire if an opportunity ever presents itself. Much to my dismay, she demanded that I look her in the eye and tell her straight up that if the girl I have feelings for makes a move on me, would I be able to resist?

One of the adults we worked with tonight threw their two cents on my situation. She said she believed I had a strong will and good morals, and would not succumb to my innate desire and to respect her for who she is. What she said is spot on...that is how I truly feel. After the whole situation blew over, I started to think on what was said.

We each have our own individual views on the many different aspects of life. Whether it's as controversial as religion, or as simple as eating habits, we each seem to have our own personal take on things that help develop our character. Our morals are a key defining factor that make our personal generalization. A character with few/poor morals will be very easy to point out. That being said, someone who has many/pure morals will also be easy to identify.

What are your morals, and do they help you as you go through your daily activities? Do your morals present themselves daily, or are they only circumstantial? Do you even follow your morals?

At work, I witness people talk about things I frown upon on a daily basis. I am forced to listen to these people talk about sexual acts, alcoholic behavior, and drug prominent extravaganzas everyday. Each time I hear these people talk about these things, I feel more and more disgusted on how they waste away doing these things. On the other hand, I appreciate my own moral for not going down a path similar to theirs.

From my own personal experiences, I also noticed that those who have morals of pure intention get criticized much more than they deserve to be. Those who live a life of disgust tend to vent their anger on those who are living successfully...hoping to drag them down to their level. Why? Probably through jealousy. If you see someone living a life free of the troubles that you are faced with because of a poor call on your part, how would you feel? Would you wish that you had developed strong morals and avoided this critical error?

I honestly try to live my life in a way to help others. It makes me happy to see others smile...knowing that I impacted their life in a positive way. When other negative forces come into the picture hoping to bring me...as well as those around me down, I can't help but feel anger. But my personal take on all this remains neutral...that's their decision...to harm those around them. But my decision is to help those in need of assistance, and I try to do everything I can do achieve that personal goal. I could join those other people for a night on the town and develop bad morals. But why should I? I'm perfectly fine where I'm at. I know who I am...I don't need to pretend to be someone I'm not. My morals help define my character.

Will you let your morals define you? If yes...will it be in a good way...or a bad way? Only you can decide. Actions and beliefs are two entirely different things. You can say one thing...but go out and contradict your words. We see this everyday. But will you succumb to that horrible ploy? There is no one better than a two-face...someone who says things, but never fulfills their commitment. I have encountered people like that far more than I ever hoped. But they're out there...don't help the list grow. Stay true to who you are.

Develop good morals, and stick to them. You will achieve great things...meet great people. If people get to know the real you from the beginning, you will leave a honest impression on their heart.

Feel free to talk about your morals here, as well as your own experiences with the subject.