Reflections, Ethics, & the Moral Compass

Have you reflected recently about your journey, ethics, and moral compass?

I have and truly believe this is a meaningful exercise well worth undertaking. We can all expand our lenses, see larger pictures, and draw inspiration from purposeful men and women.

In my life I have drawn considerable inspiration from the late basketball coach and sports commentator Jim Valvano. He said the immortal words, “it is important to know where you started, where you are, and where you want to be.”

While none of us can predict the future, we probably have a reasonable sense of where we are in life. Ethics can be defined as knowing the difference between right and wrong. Beyond this distinction, is having the moral courage to do the right thing. There is nothing simple or easy about ethics.

Lines are often blurred to us. While we think difficult issues are black and white, they often take on a spectrum of different colors.

No matter what you are doing right now in your lives, please think about your moral compass: who are you, what are you all about, and what do you value in life.

We all make mistakes, but I think we forget to place our ethics near the core of our moral compass. In doing so, we become selfish placing our interests in front of others.

In addition, we can never let arrogance, greed, and entitlement to creep into our lives. These traits are poisonous and will prevent meaningful relationships from incubating with others.

I know these traits all too well as a former business executive and wouldn’t wish them on any of you. Always take the high road and be aware of those around you.

Grace, humility, love, concern, and kindness to others has no bounds or limitations. These are some of the finest attributes all humans can possess and use during our journeys.

Remember my friends, we are ultimately judged by our conduct and corresponding deeds.

No matter what has transpired in your lives to date, we all can strive to improve ourselves and make a difference in other lives.

Always examine your ethics and reflect each day. Consult your moral compass.

At the core of my compass is my faith in God. He reminds us that we are all equal regardless of our gender, appearance, race, age, or religion.

Our journeys go by quickly and none of us can know when our time is up. 

Be your best and do your best each day always cherishing the gift of life.

Regards/blessings, Mark