FACTORS THAT AFFECT MAN’S DECISION

AND ACTIONS
● Postponing a decision is so vital when you are in confusion. You will only have to
"cross the Rubicon" when all facts are clear and when consequences have been
regarded with utmost consideration. A careful person weighs possible consequences
and makes his decision on sound premises. But an impulsive person may be quick to
declare a preference.

Delaying a decision provides three benefits. These are:

1. The decision environment will become larger;
2. New alternatives might arise
3. The decision maker's preferences might change.

Guidelines as you search for a school to enroll in:

1. Ask around - Your family and friends may have ideas about some of the schools you
have in mind.
2. Compare - Have a list of at least three to five schools to choose from. Then get
information about the tuition fees and other fees, academic programs, accessibility,
scholarship programs, among others.
3. Focus on academic assistance - Verify the school's academic facilities for the
course you want.
- Some schools do have a balance when it comes to theoretical and practical
applications of the course.
4. Consider small Institutions - There are colleges or trade schools that offer the
same facilities and chances as big schools or colleges do, if money is the problem
5. Measure the results - If you are really serious about making waves aler college,
consider the school's reputation when it comes at the college of your choice. How is
job placement after graduation?
6. Check the atmosphere - Consider the community or area where the school is
located. Is it safe? How do upperclassmen treat neophytes? Is it known for hazing or
other similar controversies?

THREE CRITERIA TO BE USED IN MAKING ETHICAL CHOICES

1. Utilitarian criterion - This pertains to the outcome of an action or the
consequences as the bases in making a decision.
- This applies the greatest good for the greatest number.
2. Right criterion - The decision is consistently anchored with fundamental liberties
and privileges as set in the Bill of Rights.
3. Justice criterion - The decisions are being imposed and enforced on the basis of
rules in order to make fair and impartial decisions.

What should an individual do to improve their decision-making skills?

1. Analyze the situation.
2. Be aware of biases.
3. Use rational analysis with intention.
 4. Never assume that your specific decision is appropriate to the situation.
5. Think critically and creatively.

CARDINAL VIRTUES
● A person who is virtuous is attracted toward the good with all his physical and
spiritual powers; he pursues the good and translates it into concrete actions.
Cardinal virtues - acquired by human efforts
- They are required for a virtuous life
- The word “cardinal" comes from “cardo” the Latin word for “hinge” which means.
"that on other things depend"
- This etymology confirms the very nature of these virtues: foundational and pivotal.
It only means that other virtues are born for them.
- This virtues were introduced by Plato through his work, the Republic and became
part and parcel of Christian tenets through the initiative of Plato's disciple, Aristotle
- Cardinal Virtues can be practice by anyone; thus present backbone of natural
morality

Prudence - Is a virtue we should imbibe into our lives.

- Being prudent is being vigilant, mindful, and caring individuals. We have to
develop a culture of unity despite diversity in ideas. und opinions. Let us put aside
selfishness and do good for the welfare of others.
- A prudent person listens and cares. He is mindful and sensitive to the people
around him and his environment, he would do good to see the better only to
achieve it for ceaseless aspiration for the benefit of everyone.
Fortitude - Is a virtue that lets a person face very difficult or painful situations with
strength and endurance.
- You have to share with others your experience that have allowed you to exercise
fortitude.
Justice - It is the basis of peace, love, freedom and prosperity.
- It gives people with equal rights, privileges, respect, honor and even equal
opportunities.
Patience - In life we need the virtue of patience, which is the ability to endure without
complaint.
- It is the virtue that enables an individual to wait.
- It implies bearing or suffering with calmness.
Temperance - It is the practice of moderation
- It is a prime virtue that gives man the ability to act well for himself and for others.
- Is one of the cardinal virtues to help control Christian Behavior

FAITH AS A GIVER OF MEANING AND

PURPOSE OF LIFE
Faith - complete trust or confidence in someone or something.
- strong belief in God or in the doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual apprehension
rather than proof.
 - is confidence in what we hope for and the assurance that the lord is working, even
though we cannot see it.
- knows that no matter what the situation, in our lives or someone else's, the lord is
working in it.
- derived to Latin fides and Old French feid

● We need to have a good grasp and understanding of our belief as sons and
daughters of God. Faith and life are not to separate realities in us as persons.
● According to Charles Colson, "Real faith is believing and acting obediently
regardless of circumstances or contrary evidence. After all, if faith depended
on visible evidence, it wouldn't be faith."

These are concrete realities in life that we often take for granted:
- Do we love and worship God?
- Do we go to church on days of worship?
- Do we respect our parents, elders, and teachers?
- Do we respect the things of others, especially those which we borrow or do we just
get them Without permission?

These are just some ways to celebrate our faith through prayers:
- Do we pray as an individual or do we participate in group prayer meetings and
celebrations in our school, home and church?
- When our school encourages us to pray, do we do it freely and cheerfully or do we
just do it because it is required and we need to pass the subject?

● Prayer is our link to God. As a student, we should already have learned how to pray
and have developed a personal style in prayer. Yet, this personal prayer is not
complete unless we participate in our community, church and school As St. James
puts it:" Even so, faith without work is dead, being by itself."
● Faith is very basic to the development of our spiritual life. No one can build his
spiritual life except on the solid foundation of faith. As the letter to the Hebrews tells
us, "Without faith, it is impossible to please God." Anyone who comes to God
must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him. There is a
need for He to grow in our faith
● There was an ordinary man whose hobby was collecting keys - keys of all sizes,
shapes and materials. Some were made of iron, some of bronze, and some of steel.
He said that he had a key to the church and also a master key. But he claimed to
have another key, an invisible one. It is the key of faith, which explains all the
problems of life and its purposes. It also opens all the treasures and valuables that
count most in the kingdom of heaven. We should all try to possess the key of
faith.