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Which scenario best exemplifies the concept of 'commitment' as described?
Which scenario best exemplifies the concept of 'commitment' as described?
- A couple promising lifelong fidelity and actively nurturing their relationship. (correct)
- A student occasionally helping a classmate with homework.
- A company stating they value customers while occasionally offering discounts.
- A politician making grandiose claims during a campaign rally.
According to the principles outlined, what is the most reliable indicator of a person's honesty?
According to the principles outlined, what is the most reliable indicator of a person's honesty?
- The number of promises they make to others.
- The eloquence and persuasiveness of their speech.
- The frequency with which they make statements.
- The consistency between their words and actions. (correct)
What is the likely consequence of breaking a promise, according to the saying 'He who does not fulfill what he said, has no self-esteem'?
What is the likely consequence of breaking a promise, according to the saying 'He who does not fulfill what he said, has no self-esteem'?
- Financial gains achieved through opportunistic behavior.
- Strengthening of social bonds through forgiveness.
- Damage to one's reputation and self-respect. (correct)
- Increased popularity due to lowered expectations.
A local politician pledges to lower taxes if elected, yet after being elected, taxes remain the same. How would you evaluate his actions based on the idea of commitment?
A local politician pledges to lower taxes if elected, yet after being elected, taxes remain the same. How would you evaluate his actions based on the idea of commitment?
Why is it considered important to cultivate the habit of keeping promises from a young age?
Why is it considered important to cultivate the habit of keeping promises from a young age?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the strongest alignment with the concept of 'having one word'?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the strongest alignment with the concept of 'having one word'?
What does respecting one's word imply about their actions?
What does respecting one's word imply about their actions?
How does keeping promises contribute to valuing fellow human beings?
How does keeping promises contribute to valuing fellow human beings?
What underlying quality is diminished when someone frequently fails to follow through on their promises?
What underlying quality is diminished when someone frequently fails to follow through on their promises?
A person makes a small commitment to help a neighbor with yard work. What is the broader significance of fulfilling this seemingly minor promise?
A person makes a small commitment to help a neighbor with yard work. What is the broader significance of fulfilling this seemingly minor promise?
Flashcards
Promise
Promise
A word, conversation, or agreement that one commits to fulfill.
Commitment
Commitment
Comprises both the commitment (word) and the actions to uphold it (practice).
Honesty
Honesty
Measured by actions and fulfilled promises.
Valuing Promises
Valuing Promises
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"He who does not fulfill what he said, has no self-esteem"
"He who does not fulfill what he said, has no self-esteem"
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Training to Keep Promises
Training to Keep Promises
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Study Notes
- A promise is a valued word, conversation, or agreement that one intends to keep.
- Examples of promises include elected leaders pledging faithful service and couples vowing lifelong fidelity.
- Parents' commitments to their children's well-being and children's obedience to parents are also promises.
- Commitment involves both the word (the commitment itself) and the practice (fulfilling the commitment).
- A person who respects and keeps their word is respected by others, with actions reflecting their words.
- Honesty is measured by the number of promises kept, not the number of words spoken.
- Fulfilling promises is a sign of being a good person and valuing others.
- A proverb states, "He who does not fulfill what he said, has no self-esteem," highlighting the importance of keeping promises to maintain honor and reputation.
- Everyone makes commitments in life, big or small.
- Many are quick to promise but struggle to keep their word.
- Training oneself to keep promises from a young age is vital preparation for bigger commitments later in life.
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