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LESSON 2 Philosophy Evaluate and Exercise Prudence in Choices

Philosophy Evaluate and exercise prudence in choices

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LESSON 2 Philosophy Evaluate and Exercise Prudence in Choices

Philosophy Evaluate and exercise prudence in choices

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Evaluate and

Exercise
Prudence in
choices
Lesson 2
The interaction between the intellect and the will is compared
to the interaction between a paralytic (the intellect) and a
blind man (the will). If both would like to safely cross the
street, the blind man has to carry the paralytic on his
shoulder. The paralytic serves as the “eyes” of the blind man
while the blind man serves as the “feet” of the paralytic. The
paralytic informs the blind man while the blind man moves
the paralytic. But since the blind man is free (like the human
will) he can disregard the command of the paralytic (the
intellect). When this happens the equilibrium in human
being’s power is disturbed. Thus, we do an evil thing, even if
we know it is evil.
REALITIES WHEN YOU
EXERCISE YOUR
FREEDOM THROUGH
THE ACTLesson
OF 2MAKING
CHOICES
1. When confronted with choices, you MUST
exercise caution and prudence and reflect
on your possible courses of actions. It is true
that human freedom gives you the ability to think of decisions
and possible actions. But, are there times that it is better not to
take action when it would result into a wrongful choice? Will
your prudence dictate you to be careful in the choice of your
actions, like to think first before you act? Which between the
acts of indulging yourselves in playing “Dota” or “Mobile
Legends” and working on your modules is a responsible
action? Which of the two actions, prudence is exhibited?
2. Self-reflection is vital in the proper
use of human freedom. You can’t be allowed
to be slaves to sudden emotions and moods whenever
you act. As free and rational beings, you must recognize
the importance of exercising freedom responsibly. This
requires you to reflect on your actions, consider the
effects, and make proper choices.
3. Human freedom should be exercised with
control and a recognition of reasonable
limits. A person can choose to limit his or her own freedom or
even surrender it entirely if it will result in greater benefits. A
company Chief Operating Officer may not confront a worker’s
poor performance during a meeting but have him confronted in
private instead.

Will you give up your bus seat to an elderly person? If your


parents have no means to send you to medical school, would you
give up your dream to become one? Does freedom require you to
sacrifice certain self-interests, instead accept realities?
4. Freedom should also be exercised
with regard to knowledge and truth. As
rational beings, it is natural for you to think before you
act. The ability to acquire information and truthful
knowledge regarding a particular situation is very
important, since it aids you in making wise and informed
choices.
To change the country’s political landscape of
vote buying and vote selling, political
dynasties, patronage politics, or political turn
coatism, will you desire to become an
intelligent voter? Are you still free when your
actions are driven by half-truths, lies, or
deceptions?
Activit
y
Thank
You
PAGMAMAHAL
NIYA AKO

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