Real life ethical decisions are studied in sociology and political science and psychology using very different methods than descriptive ethics in ethics (philosophy).
One way to differentiate a practical ethical decision is to say that it is based on knowledge as popularly conceived and not on any rigorous epistemology. Since the process by which the decision is made does not involve any rigorous argument, but rather some way to defer to a more local authority on some more limited matter, it is more political, and less philosophical, in tone:
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Bettering Life with Scientology Ethics - A compilation of Scientology texts on ethics, emphasizing the practical use of this subject on a day-to-day basis to improve the quality of life.
Meta Description: [ Defines what Scientology ethics is and describes L. Ron Hubbard's book on ethics; how to raise ethical standards, how this improves relationships and brings about happiness and freedom. ]
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How Not to Feel Victimized - An essay by L. Ron Hubbard that one's integrity is an essential element in one's ability to cope with stress.
Meta Description: [ Article addressing how it may be popular to cheat on friends, in relationships, on the job, but how does this affect one's happiness and survival, and how can Scientology help with this? ]
Journey To Happiness - Tan Ling Suan gains a new perspective on the definition of happiness after reading booklet by L. Ron Hubbard. [The Star Online]
Morals and Ethics - Essay on the difference between ethics and morals and giving guidelines on how to raise ethical standards.
Meta Description: [ Article on what crime, cheating, war and stress have in common, and Scientology philosophy on how to handle them. ]
New World Pioneers - News and information about the Way To Happiness Project program in Rwanda.
Responsibility - An essay that discusses how increasing one's responsibility is an essential aspect of doing well in life.
Meta Description: [ Article based on the works of L. Ron Hubbard: harming friends, family, people at work, even when by accident, can ruin relationships and make life unhappy - tips on how to handle this. ]
Scientology: Two Rules for Happy Living - L. Ron Hubbard explains a basic point of Scientology philosophy and lays out two simple rules two things anyone can do to improve his or her happiness.
Meta Description: [ How to increase ones own and others happiness by treating friends and family at home and at work according to two simple rules. Scientology philosophy in an article based on the works of L. Ron Hubbard. ]
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Something Can Be Done About Crime - A retired New York State Prison Captain describes how the application of the works of L. Ron Hubbard to help restore self-respect to inmates and decrease recidivism. [Greenwich Village Gazzette]
Teaching Honesty and Self-Respect - Outlines the secular moral code The Way to Happiness by L. Ron Hubbard and its application in combating violence, crime and intolerance. Part of the Scientology Effective Solutions series.
Meta Description: [ The Church of Scientology International teaches trust, honesty and self-respect. The secular moral code The Way to Happiness brings solutions to violence, crime and intolerance and brings a brighter future for all. ]
The Road to Perfection - This essay covers the Scientology doctrine that human beings are basically good and how this relates to raising the moral and ethical standards of the individual.
Meta Description: [ Article based on the works of L. Ron Hubbard explaining failures in education, science and the handling of crime, caused by an error in the view of man in past religions and cultures. ]
The Way to Happiness Europe - Provides information about this non-religious common sense moral code, including free eBooks, eCards and online video presentations.
Meta Description: [ How to be Happy. The Way to Happiness booklet is a common sense guide to a happier, more successful life which includes 21 precepts for daily living that have relevance for anyone, regardless of race, creed or ethnic background ]
The Way to Happiness International - A nonprofit organization whose purpose is to disseminate the book The Way to Happiness. Suggestions for use in schools, organizations, and businesses.
Meta Description: [ The Way to Happiness - a simple, straightforward & direct guide for making good choices. ]
The Way To Happiness Outdoor Club - Club established to provide a safer, more productive environment for kids to grow up in by distributing this common-sense moral code. Event calendar, newsletters, photo album.
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