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Summary
In
this article it explains through many test that most if not all people lie
every single day. Big lie or small lie, the dishonesty is in our society every day.
There are several things that factor into the lying, may it be being surrounded
by cheaters, or the reward given, or the struggle to get as much out of
something as possible? When people are reminded of moral messages or the value
in being honest, they are found to be less likely to cheat. Though we may not
be able to stop the big cheaters from cheating every day, we can discourage the
ones who tell the small lies. (Ariely 440-446)
In paragraph ten It is letting us know that
we already know that people cheat, but we need to find out why we cheat? What
encourages the dishonest behavior? (pg.442)
My favorite quote in this article would
have to be “The locksmith told him that locks are on doors only to keep the
honest people honest.” (Ariely 440)
This is my favorite quote from the book because its gives the idea that everyone is capable of lying. When given a reminder, such as the locked door, or a moral phrase we tend to think twice about our actions. We tend to choose the honest and moral route or action.
This is my favorite quote from the book because its gives the idea that everyone is capable of lying. When given a reminder, such as the locked door, or a moral phrase we tend to think twice about our actions. We tend to choose the honest and moral route or action.
Works Cited
I commented on:
Rachel's Blog
Kim's Blog
Isn't it strange how every one has the capability to cheat and lie, it's just these small deterrents that prevent every one from doing so. Some thing as small as a lock can stop a bad idea from being an action. Sure there are ones that are motivated enough to go through with it any way, but those are the people who have been told the small lies every day and have eventually become the lies. In my post I mentioned the lock and the door and I see we have some similar viewpoints. Great Job!
ReplyDeleteI think that it is really interesting how many in our group chose the locksmiths quote. It is strikingly true though, sometimes we just need a reminder to keep on the "straight and narrow" so to speak. Great job Shelbee! Can't wait to read more of your outstanding work.
ReplyDeleteGreat job Shelbee. I am surprised to see how that a few people in our group chose the locksmith's quote, including me. It's true that people have to think twice before they decide to make that choice to cheat or lie. I really enjoyed reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteGreat job Shelbee. I am surprised to see how that a few people in our group chose the locksmith's quote, including me. It's true that people have to think twice before they decide to make that choice to cheat or lie. I really enjoyed reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteI strongly agree with you and it is similar to what I said about people being reminded of their morals and being less likely to cheat. though it is also true that we may not be able to influence the big cheaters.
ReplyDeleteNice summary and paraphrase. Do you agree with the author when he states that if given the opportunity to make a decision based on their moral compass, they will most likely do what is right?
ReplyDeleteI liked that quote a lot also. I feel like it was very common one used. I like how it is simple and clearly shows the main point. Well done on the summary.
ReplyDelete(this is Lauren Wallenfang. It wouldn't let me reply with my blog info.)
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