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1 Background
It is not simple to define meaning and scope of word “Integrity” in sentences. Lots
of research has been done to elaborate this. All fit to some or other aspect of life.
My objective would be to mention different definitions and create few situations
where you can evaluate integrity of the self.
“That you may retain your self-respect, it is better to displease the people by doing
what you know is right, than to temporarily please them by doing what you know is
wrong.”
William J.H. Boetcker
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2 Definitions
As Moral / Ethics: Every society / Organization / religion has defined set of
norms. These norms in turn lead to defined behavior. Following these norms is also
referred as one of the part of integrity. There are chances that you are disagreeing
with one of the norm but until you are part of the system you need to follow that.
You can follow set procedure for change of norm. There may be situation when a
systems norm contradicting with another system. In such case you have to give
preference according to you.
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As Agreement: It is somewhat subset of above definition but here it has
emphasis on giving node/agreement to a decision. There are circumstances in our
daily life where we give collective agreement under either emotional or hierarchal
or team pressure. Decision agreed during such circumstances need to be respected
as part of integrity.
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3 Scenarios
3.1 Keeping the words
It is simplest case of checking integrity. Let suppose in a project you have given
verbal approval of some issue. Later it is identified that due to that issue there
will be big loss. Now when doing back tracking of issue if you are courageous
enough to say that I have taken the decision and I should be liable for all
consequences, then it means your integrity is high.
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Now it is your part of integrity that you have to respect that collective decision.
Cribbing is indicator that you do not own that decision by heart which implies
lack of integrity.