Ben Compton wrote -
> Let's see if we can find a few values that those who participate on this
> list would agree to. Sound good?
>
> I'll start by proposing what I hope are obvious choices: We all value
> learning and diversity.
Sounds like a good idea. I would like to propose that we also look at a
definition of the word.
My dictionary says "that quality of a thing which makes it more or less
desirable, useful, etc." Rol previously gave a dictionary definition
making a value an act. I would rather use the "quality of a thing"
definition and await the opinion of others.
Using "quality of a thing which --", I would propose the following as
commonly held values: fairness, forgiveness, compassion, knowledge,
honesty, love, enthusiasm, industriousness, quality, confidence, trust,
humility, courtesy, perseverance, attitude and admission of error. I
choose these because everyone wants others to act toward themselves in
accordance with these values and each of us dislikes being treated to
their opposites such as with arrogance rather than humility or with
discourtesy rather than courtesy.
As concerns Ben's values -
Learning - I see this as an act and that the value is knowledge.
Diversity - I see this as more of a condition or thing which is always
well served if people are courteous, forgiving, loving and compassionate
towards others.
Just 2 cents, Joan
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