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Virtue Ethics: An Ethical Development Program for High School Youth

A Tapestry of Faith Program for Youth

By Jessica York Judith A. Frediani, Developmental Editor

We make hundreds of decisions every day. Some are small. Some are life changing, although we may not know their significance when we make them. This program’s premise—in the words of the Buddha, recited in every workshop Opening—is that “our thoughts and actions become habits and our habits shape our character.” We have some control over our character. We can shape the person we want to be by making intentional, thoughtful decisions.

Table of Contents

• About the Authors
• Introduction
• Workshop 1: Decision Making
• Workshop 2: Moderation
• Workshop 3: Integrity
• Workshop 4: Respect
• Workshop 5: Fairness
• Workshop 6: Responsibility
• Workshop 7: Compassion
• Workshop 8: Humility
• Workshop 9: Generosity
• Workshop 10: Courage
• Workshop 11: Forgiveness
• Workshop 12: Loyalty
• List of Stories
• List of Handouts
• List of Leader Resources

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Last updated on Monday, April 2, 2012.

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