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Cultivating Mindfulness: Ethical Considerations and
Implications
Student name: Mishi Sodhi
Student id: C0856832
Executive Summary:
We believe that mindfulness will increase ethical decision making in a number of
ways, and these approaches are as follows: Greater awareness of one's surroundings is one of the hallmarks
of the mindfulness practice. This consciousness has a nature that is non-judgmental and accepting (Kabat-
Zinn, 1994), which enables one to retain in attention concepts that could be potentially dangerous to the self.
Research conducted by Segal et al. in 2002 found that practicing mindfulness led to increased emotional
acceptance as well as a greater willingness to tolerate unpleasant feelings and sensations (Eifert and Heffner,
2003; Levitt et al., 2004). Because it is welcoming and does not pass judgment on anything, mindfulness
enables one to take into accounts all of the information that is pertinent to a particular decision. Individuals
who practice mindfulness may experience less of a compelling need to ignore, explain away, or rationalize
concepts that may pose a possible risk to themselves, such as a conflict of interest or a potential prejudice.
Because of this, we believe that practicing mindfulness will assist a person in being more aware of the
ethical concerns that are present inside a decision, so leading to an increase in moral awareness.
Introduction: The decisions that we make regarding our ethical behavior are inextricably linked to our values. Ethical
conundrums arise whenever there is a clash or competition between two or more values. Generally speaking,
ethical principles are codified into laws and regulations when there is societal consensus about a particular
wrongdoing, such as laws prohibiting drunk driving, robbery, and murder. Our ethical framework is typically
influenced by the values of our family members, our peers, our customers, our clients, the public vendors,
and our organization. A person should, on an individual level, follow the values and views that are directly
impacted by the family community, peers, and friends. Values have the potential to serve as potent and
inspirational guides for the behavior of individuals, groups, and organizations. At the individual level, the
problem that many people appear to have with acting ethically is that they do not consciously recognize or
choose their values. This seems to be the root of the problem. For instance, I have had the direct experience
of witnessing a person who does not possess the bare minimum of ethical standards in the workplace of an
organization in which he is employed. My acquaintance is an accountant in the administrative sanction, and
he is required to follow the rules and regulations of any organization for which he works. He is currently
subject to these rules and regulations. Because the management used to place their trust in him and give him
a case to preserve the records and the financial accounts, the majority of the time the money will be found in
his possession. However, the individual who lacked morals and principles began deceiving the management
of the company by committing acts of fraud, stealing money, and spending it on himself and his family. And
for a variety of reasons, he was known to harass the female faculty members in the area.
Discussion:
Socratic rule: “know thyself” and cultivation of key values
There are more than ten people who could have invented the word. The phrase "know thyself" is widely said
to have been created by Socrates. Also plausible are the Greek sages Pythagoras, Bias of Priene, and Myson of Chenae.
Someone explain what this means: The Power of Knowing Thyself A wide range of interpretations is possible for this remark. To "know thyself" is to "know thy limits" or "know thy motives," as the phrase Getting to know oneself is a statement that serves both as a warning and a spur to action. Since we have so much information at our fingertips, everyone thinks they are an expert on themselves. This is indeed the case. When determining where to put our energy, we rarely take into account the unknowns about ourselves. How well you know yourself is a measure of how well you know your strengths and weaknesses, your personality, and other people. Since the world is always evolving, contemplation is essential at any time. Think back on a moment you wanted to push the limits of your comfort zone but didn't know how. Don't be afraid to branch out and experiment. You need to be familiar enough with yourself to see the value of the job
to give it meaning. Your bravery and willpower will be tested again and over again. Success isn't guaranteed everywhere, but knowing our process and how we deal with challenges helps us make progress even when we encounter difficulty. In light of this, I'll move on to my second point: if we're allowed to be as self-
reflective as we choose.
Learn Yourself! : There is a simple solution to this annoying query. When it comes to us, we're both honest. These are the people who have seen how we operate from the ground up. How well do we understand what makes us tick and why we choose to overlook certain things? Continued interest is shown in the fields of
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self-improvement, psychology, and philosophy. The wall that exists between how we really view ourselves and how other people see us is the same for all of us. It's only by putting ourselves in their position that we can begin to grasp the gravity of the situation. We can speculate on what it would be like, but we wouldn't be
able to use that to better understand ourselves.
Is there a ceiling to how much one may learn about oneself? Such consideration is a part of introspection. Perhaps we should question our own self-perceptions. Understanding this is a key step toward learning how to effectively operate independently. No matter how hard we try, we will never be able to totally satisfy our desires. What we learn about ourselves and how it relates to us now is still of interest. Be familiar with their own successes and setbacks:
To properly use Know Thyself in the present period, we need to think about the questions Philosophers and Greek Literates were thinking about when they wrote the original. How well did it go? We must recognize our limitations. Do those who are already successful act that way? Even if a question seems intractable at first, it can be answered by continuing to pursue it. The importance of introspection and self-disclosure has been diminished by modern culture. Develop your initiative, work ethic, and moral character. Consider the circumstances you find yourself in and how your traits align with those of the character you found yourself playing. The solutions to any problem can never be proved, making introspection an attractive and tempting method. Considering that philosophy is the foundation upon which our modern and eternal civilizations rest,
it can never be forgotten. It's up to us to inquire and discover as much as possible.
Ethical mindfulness in everyday life
Keep in mind that being aware involves paying attention to the here and now. And if you can do it while
seated in a chair, there's no reason you can't also do it while walking around the store, enjoying a cup of tea,
eating your meal, holding your baby, working at a computer, or having a conversation with a friend. Every
one of them presents an opportunity to practice mindfulness and become more aware.
Ethical mindfulness refers to a state of being that recognizes the significance of everyday ethics and
ethically relevant moments in clinical care, with the end goal of enabling ethical clinical practice. The
practices of mindfulness can assist us in improving our ability to manage our feelings, thereby reducing
feelings of stress, worry, and sadness. It also has the potential to assist us in focusing our attention and in
observing our thoughts and emotions without passing judgment on them.
The Path to Mindfulness in Five Steps
The first practice of mindfulness is to focus on one's breathing.
The second exercise in mindfulness is to focus one's attention.
The next exercise in mindfulness is to become aware of your body.
The fourth exercise in mindfulness is to let go of tension.
The fifth physical activity is walking meditation.
Confronting your own moral dragons
When faced with a choice between two actions, both of which are questionable from an ethical standpoint,
a person faces a moral or ethical dilemma. Our lives are full of ethical and moral dilemmas, yet the
answers to most of them are not difficult to find.
Ethical dilemmas, on the other hand, are incredibly difficult problems with no simple answers. Because of
this, having the skills to identify the best course of action in every given circumstance is essential.
Ethical dilemmas can arise in one's personal life, social life, and professional life.
Ethical Conundrums: What Can You Do?
Most difficult about an ethical conundrum is that there is no simple answer that would be in line with ethical
standards. Such problems have plagued humanity for millennia, and philosophers have toiled away to find
answers to them. The following methods were deduced for dealing with an ethical dilemma:
Solve the conundrum by analyzing the circumstances thoroughly and coming up with a solution to the
paradox (problem). The very existence of the dilemma may be disputed in some circumstances.
The idea of value suggests picking the lesser of two evils or the greater good.
Create a variety of options: Alternative answers may emerge if the problem is examined from different
angles.
Cultural integrity and human rights
It is essential, in terms of human rights, to preserve and advance cultural traditions. Everyone has the right to
access culture, cultural heritage, and cultural manifestations; to engage in these things; and to take pleasure
in them. This right to cultural life guarantees that everyone has this right.
However, in order for international human rights to be practically implemented, cultural sensitivity is
required. Although international human rights are universally recognized regardless of cultural differences,
the international human rights standards have a strong claim to universality and can be adapted in a
significant way to suit the needs of a wide variety of cultural settings.
The protection of different cultural traditions is a moral requirement that is inextricably linked to the
promotion of human dignity. It implies a dedication to human rights and fundamental freedoms, in particular
to the rights of those who belong to minorities and to the rights of indigenous peoples.
Relativists of culture argue that cultural variations should be taken into consideration while determining
human rights. The theory of cultural relativism proposes that, as opposed to universal ideology, values are
best understood in terms of local culture. Cultural relativists contend that Western nations originated the
concept of human rights and that these rights are founded on Western standards of morality.
Conclusion:
Mindfulness meditation reduces stress, improves self-control, and boosts concentration.
Mindfulness benefits include: Better mental and physical health. Relaxation Mindfulness means being
present. Why not do it while shopping, drinking tea, eating, cuddling your baby, working at the computer, or
chatting with a friend? All are opportunities to be mindful. Mindfulness improves our health, well-being, and
thought control. Mindfulness affects our ability to make choices, experience pleasure, lessen emotional
reactivity, and focus.Socrates thought philosophy should benefit society. He tried to build ethics on human
reason, not theology. Socrates said humans choose happiness. In medical and legal education, the Socratic
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technique is used to assist students to understand challenging concepts and principles. In an ethical dilemma,
a person must choose an alternative that goes against an established code of ethics or society standards, such
as laws and religious teachings, or their subjective moral views of right and evil. See how others have
handled ethical dilemmas.Cultural rights highlight the indivisibility and interdependence of all rights more
comprehensively than any other rights. Human rights require protecting and promoting culture. Everyone
has the right to access, participate in, and enjoy culture, cultural heritage, and cultural expressions.
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