Ailene F.

Quinto

BSMA-lll

1.
Nobody loves to see homeless people, and when I see anyone on the street begging
particularly those old ones, my whole body is jolted with different kind of feelings.  I feel very
sorry and sad for them, and then I think that I ought to provide that individual with money, but I
am too hesitant and too shy to do so. Then the guilt comes. Then I can't take my mind off the
person.
Beggars have a really difficult life. They have no assurances about their safety, food, or
shelter. Many people live by the side of the road or in makeshift shelters. They are exposed to
the different elements and sickness especially the older ones and are frequently at the mercy of
people from society's upper class. They are also unable to create a bright future for their
children due to a lack of resources. And, many people who are born into this situation have no
way out. Many people claim that they can obtain a job but getting a work is typically difficult.
Employing beggars is sometimes done by dubious enterprises or harmful organizations. It's quite
easy to fall into the trap of working for a syndicate. Thus, we must take steps as a society to
assist them. Often times when I see beggars on the street, I chose not to give them money but
instead give them food because I really don’t know where are they going to use that money and
I think giving out food is the safest option for me, because we can’t really tell if the money we
give them would be put into good use.
Beggars definitely constitute a significant portion of a country's population. They are
citizens of the country and should be treated as such; as human beings deserving of the same
dignity and respect as everyone else. They are frequently abused and denied of opportunities
that others enjoy, which is why it is critical that we assist them just so they know that they are
not alone in their struggle.
2.
Ethics, according to some ethicists, is also an issue of emotion or feeling. They believe
that moral judgments should be emotional at their best. Feelings are viewed as important in
ethical decision-making, with some even considering them an instinctual or learned response to
moral dilemmas. Most people are unaware of how much their emotions influence their moral
decisions and assist them in coping with moral dilemmas. Experts believe that making crucial
moral decisions without emotions is impossible. For instance, guilt, embarrassment, and
humiliation are common inner-directed negative emotions that push people to act ethically.
Negative emotions that are directed outwardly, on the other hand, are intended to discipline or
punish. People frequently express their rage, disdain, or scorn against others who have acted
unethically. This discourages other from acting in the same manner. Positive emotions such as
gratitude and admiration, which people may experience while witnessing someone behave with
compassion or kindness, might motivate them to help others. Suffering-induced emotions like
pity and empathy often encourage people to act ethically toward others. While we may assume
that our philosophy or religious ideals have the most influence on our moral decisions, in
truth, our emotions have a crucial part in our ethical decision-making and ability to deal with
moral dilemmas.
3.

Emotion isn't the polar opposite of reason. It's a different variation of it. For example,
when we feel angry, it's not just something that occurs to us; it happens for a reason, and it's
usually a completely logical response to that reason. Emotions, according to many experts, are
not the enemy of reason, but rather an essential component of it.

The image shows the mind and heart fighting with one other, implying that our logic and
emotions frequently clash. However, it is crucial to remember that our mind (reason) and heart
(emotions) should always work together. In an ideal world, our emotions and reasons for
making major life decisions should be in sync. Our reasoning frequently assumes the role of the
logical, assisting us in determining whether or not it is a wise decision to undertake whatever it
is we wish to do. On the other side, our emotions make it harder for us to make a clear decision.
Our reasoning tells us what to do, whereas our emotions ask us to do what doesn't make sense
but will offer us the most happiness. Finding a balance between the two, is our best bet for
overall happiness. Allowing our rational reasoning to keep us in line as we follow our feelings or
emotions can also help us to avoid making poor or risky decisions that could harm our lives or
careers. We can let our emotions drive, but it never hurts to check in with our mind and do
some reasoning to make sure we stay on track. Bouncing off of each other and utilizing the
positive aspects of both to mitigate the negative aspects of both makes for a winning
combination. Allow them to work together rather than allowing one to always take the lead, and
we'll find ourself in positions that are well-planned and allow us to pursue our interests. Our
emotions and reasoning can work extremely effectively together and, in this case, I truly believe
that emotions are not the opposite of reasons, but rather both of this is an integral part of each
other.

4.
We all know that we humans are emotional creatures and often we do not decide
logically but emotionally and hence, decisions that have been made can lead to much trouble in
our life and can also twist our decisions.  For instance, feelings such as anger can lead
to impatience and impulsive decisions. In general, under the control of rage and confusion, we
people take incorrect decisions. Under negative emotions, we take decision emotionally rather
than logically and this often led to wrong decisions, therefore only when we overcome those
negative emotion should we make a decision. For instance, I saw people make the largest
decision about their life under the influence of their emotions and sometimes these decision
backfires and cause them harm. Feelings often prevent us from making proper judgments,
therefore decisions should be taken logically particularly if our life is dependent upon them, be
careful and rational in our decisions, otherwise a momentary negative emotion can lead us to
long periods of regret and guilt. In addition, if we feel worried, it may take longer to make
decisions because such decision was clouded by uncertainty and caution. This all indicates that
our feelings play an important role in our decision-making but this can sometimes steer us in the
wrong direction and might lead to misjudgment, unconscious bias and recklessness. A decision
based on intense emotions might seriously affect our life.
Feelings can undoubtedly be a significant hurdle in making right decisions, which is why
it is necessary to balance our emotions and not to decide when the emotion is at its maximum.
Give our logical side time to weigh in before we decide.