Rich Minx started a thought provoking conversation: What would you do for money?
In her post, Rich Minx makes reference to dressing up a fruit, which, though maybe not her proudest moment, is not unethical. The CNN article about what people who or wouldn' t do for money seems to focus more on the ethics of how money works between family members and friends.
I've got to say, I think it can get a lot darker than that. Maybe some of you can relate?
You really never know what you or others are capable of doing, until it hits the fan, and we feel backed into a corner. When we feel we have no options and are panicked, it is amazing how quickly morals will go out the window and we can literally become animals trying to survive.
In my darkest moments, I contemplated doing things I once viewed unimaginable. I'm not proud of that. But I know I am not alone. I can see why women marry to have a roof over there heads and food and clothes for their children. I can understand how women who feel they have no options will do demoralizing things to just make it each day. It's not okay, it's not pretty, and it is never the only option.
But I can understand now. I have more compassion. Because when it comes down to it, there is more truth to this saying that most of us would like to admit:
"Peaceful coexistence is all a matter of resources. When people have enough money, they are quiet."
(How's that for some dark thoughts on your nice Saturday?)
Comments (1)
That's why I always say there's no friends at work.
When it comes down to their job or your job...most people will do anything to keep their job.
Posted by Kimber | June 9, 2007 9:30 PM
Posted on June 9, 2007 21:30