βVirtue is a middle state between two vices, aiming at what is best and right.ββ
β Aristotle, Nicomachean Ethics, Book II, Chapter 6
(Translated by W.D. Ross)
π Core Idea
Virtue is your lifeβs GPS navigation β it steers between reckless speeding (ππ¨) and paralyzing hesitation (ππ’), guiding you to the βoptimal route. Like a smartphoneβs adaptive brightness, ethical balance isnβt fixed β it dynamically adjusts to your environment (e.g., standing up to bullies vs tactful silence).
β Why This Matters Today
π± βSocial Media Authenticity
Vice 1: Oversharing private drama β attention addiction π«
Vice 2: Silent lurking β missed connections π«
Virtue: Post 1 vulnerable story/week β build βtrusted influence β
π βAcademic Pressure
Vice 1: Cheat for perfect grades β hollow success π«
Vice 2: Avoid challenges β wasted potential π«
Virtue: Embrace “B+ effort” β ask for help β achieve βauthentic growth β
πΏ βEco-Conscious Living
Vice 1: Shame othersβ plastic use β toxic activism π«
Vice 2: Ignore waste β climate apathy π«
Virtue: Carry extra reusable bags β offer kindly β drive βpeer-inspired change β
π Action Steps
- βVice Radar App
Use Bearable mood tracker:
βDaily scan: 3 excess impulses π€ | 3 deficiency fears π° | 1 balanced action π―β - β21-Day Middle Path
- Week 1: Replace 2 extremes (e.g., junk food binge β 80/20 diet)
- Week 2: Amplify 2 virtues (e.g., donate old clothes β host swap party)
- βGolden Mean Squad
Form 4 peers β weekly “extreme intervention” role-plays β award βBest Ethical Navigator