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Article: Assessing one's moral standards worth the risk

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July 26, 2009
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It's risky to write about morality. Some of you won't read past this line.

But, don't worry, I'm not going to preach. That would be hypocritical. For I have failed to live up to my moral standards as much as any of you.

But it's a topic that should be pondered occasionally. What is our conscience telling us? Are we pleased with the decisions we've made lately? Does it even matter?

I believe it's important for you, as well as for those around you. If you never challenge yourself morally, you're more likely to slide, negatively impact yourself and set a bad example for your children or hurt other loved ones.

Perhaps if some politicians or athletes had assessed their moral standards a while ...

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