Oikos 5 & 6 [Respect]

Bear is feeling the heat of the sun. There is a mushroom that he can use as protection from the heat. However, taking mushrooms will disrupt the environment there. What should he do to show respect?

• He should take the mushroom because it is only one mushroom, so there will not be a lot of damage.

• He should leave the mushroom because it can be harmful to the other greenery there.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is for Bear to leave the mushroom alone. Bear would be showing disrespectful actions to nature, which is a gift from God, he is ignoring the harm and instead focusing on his selfish comfort alone.

Bunny is hungry and wanted to eat some jelly toast. However, the jelly container has a disclaimer that states, "Please do not use this jelly as it is for a gift for someone.". Bunny thought of just using it anyways. What should Bunny do to show respect?

• Bunny should use the jelly because it is not like anyone would know.

• Bunny should buy a new jar of jelly and use that for their jelly toast instead.

• Bunny should take of the disclaimer, if Bunny did not see it, it does not exist.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is for Bunny to buy some jelly for themselves and use that for their toast. This is to show respect for the person/animal's belonging.

Foxy and Birb are hanging out after school. Foxy tells Birb about something that happened in their family. Their parents did not allow Birb do buy the remote control helicopter, hence Birb is badmouting his parents to Foxy. What should Foxy say to Birb to encourage him to practice respect?

• Agree with Birb, because Foxy is Birb's friend and Foxy should support Birb's decisions.

• Gently disagree with Birb, because he is not being respectful of his parents decisions and choices.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is for Foxy to encourage Birb to be more respectful to their parents. This is because their parents have more important perspectives and priorities over the want of Birb.

Teddy has recently been feeling down on himself. He was hurt by what his friends said about his new tie. What are some ways he can display respect for himself?

• Teddy should recognize his hurt feelings and try to make himself feel better by looking into getting nicer friends.

• Remove the tie and do not wear it out anymore.

• Buy new ties and ask his friends for their approval

Answer explanation

The correct answer is for Teddy to accept that he is being emotionally hurt, because of his friends. It is ideal for Teddy to be comfortable and respect his true self and opinions.

How would you treat someone who has no respect for you?

Answer explanation

My answer: I think I would just treat them a bit more detachedly to protect myself from getting hurt, especially if it's a setting wherein I have to work/be with them. I do not think I would stoop down to their level wherein I would treat them as they treat me because I feel like I am just intent on keeping my own peace