The Moral Triggers: Trials Flashcards
Boredom
a state of disengagement or lack of interest in ethical pursuits, potentially leading to moral stagnation or neglect of virtuous activities.
Endurance, Patience
Emptiness
a state where an individual experiences a profound lack of meaning, purpose, or fulfillment in their ethical and moral life.
Endurance, Patience
Failure
the inability or shortfall in upholding ethical standards or achieving moral objectives.
Modesty, Simplicity, Endurance, Patience
Inadequacy
a state or feeling of being insufficient or not good enough to meet a certain moral standard or requirement.
Modesty, Simplicity, Courage, Endurance, Patience
Loneliness
a subjective feeling of isolation, disconnect, or being alone, regardless of the amount of social contact or relationships one has.
Courage, Endurance, Compassion, Patience
Bankruptcy
a legally declared inability or impairment in paying back debts to creditors, often involving a court-supervised division of assets among creditors and potential discharge of certain debts.
Moderation, Simplicity, Charity, Patience, Sacrifice
Debt
the condition of owing money or other obligations to another party, often accompanied by the responsibility to repay the amount borrowed under agreed terms and conditions.
Moderation, Simplicity, Charity, Patience, Sacrifice
Homelessness
the lack of a stable, permanent, and adequate residence, often resulting in living on the streets, in shelters, or in other temporary and insecure living situations.
Humility, Simplicity, Courage, Endurance, Sacrifice
Imprisonment
a condition where an individual is confined within a prison or jail as a result of a legal punishment for a crime, resulting in the loss of personal freedom.
Humility, Simplicity, Courage, Endurance, Patience
Poverty
a lack of financial resources or means to meet basic life necessities such as food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare, often measured by specific economic thresholds.
Humility, Moderation, Charity, Patience, Sacrifice
Theft
the experience of losing property or possessions without consent, often accompanied by feelings of violation, loss, and vulnerability.
Moderation, Simplicity, Forgiveness, Patience, Sacrifice
Unemployment
the absence of paid work, where an individual actively seeks employment but is unable to find a job.
Simplicity, Courage, Endurance, Patience, Sacrifice
Addiction
a compulsive and often uncontrollable engagement in rewarding stimuli, despite adverse consequences, typically manifesting as dependency on substances like alcohol, drugs, or behaviors such as gambling or internet use.
Moderation, Courage, Endurance, Patience, Sacrifice
Cancer treatments
receiving medical interventions like chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, or immunotherapy, aimed at eradicating or controlling cancerous cells, often accompanied by various physical and emotional side effects.
Courage, Endurance, Patience
Chronic pain
a prolonged experience of discomfort or distress, often persisting for months or years, that may arise from underlying health conditions and significantly impacts daily functioning and quality of life.
Courage, Endurance, Patience
Disease
a condition in which the body or a part of it is not functioning normally, often characterized by specific symptoms and signs, and potentially caused by external factors like pathogens or internal dysfunctions like autoimmune disorders.
Courage, Endurance, Patience
Disfigurement
having a part of the body altered or damaged, often through injury, illness, or congenital conditions, leading to significant changes in appearance and potentially impacting an individual’s psychological and social well-being.
Courage, Endurance, Patience
Hospitalization
being admitted to a hospital for medical treatment, observation, or surgery, often due to illness, injury, or a medical condition that requires professional and intensive medical care.
Courage, Endurance, Charity, Compassion, Patience
Mental illness
a range of mental health disorders that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, such as depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder, often impacting daily functioning and quality of life.
Courage, Endurance, Mercy, Patience
Terminal illness
a medical condition for which there is no known cure, and it is expected to ultimately result in the patient’s death, often requiring palliative care to manage symptoms and improve quality of life in the final stages.
Courage, Endurance, Patience
Ableism
the experience of facing prejudice, bias, or unfair treatment based on one’s disability, leading to social, economic, or educational disadvantages and perpetuating a sense of exclusion and marginalization.
Dignity, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Patience, Tolerance
Ageism
the experience of being subject to prejudice, stereotypes, or discrimination based on one’s age, often resulting in unequal treatment, limited opportunities, or the devaluation of their abilities and contributions solely due to their age.
Dignity, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Patience, Tolerance
Betrayal
the profound sense of hurt and disillusionment experienced by someone when a person they trusted deeply violates that trust, often resulting in feelings of betrayal, anger, and emotional pain.
Humility, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Mercy, Patience
Classism
the experience of discrimination and disadvantage faced by individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, often leading to unequal access to opportunities, resources, and social status, and perpetuating cycles of poverty and inequality.
Dignity, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Mercy, Tolerance
Complaining
the experience of listening to grievances, frustrations, or negativity expressed by others, which can sometimes lead to feelings of being burdened or emotionally drained.
Humility, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Mercy, Patience
Condemnation
the experience of being harshly criticized, judged, or held responsible for perceived wrongdoing or faults by others, often resulting in feelings of shame, guilt, or a sense of being unfairly treated.
Humility, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Charity, Patience
Crime
the traumatic experience of being subjected to unlawful and harmful actions by another individual, often leading to physical or emotional harm, loss, and a sense of insecurity.
Forbearance, Courage, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Tolerance
Deception
the distressing experience of being misled or manipulated by someone, resulting in a breach of trust, feelings of betrayal, and potential harm or disadvantage.
Forbearance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Mercy, Patience
Exploitation
the unjust and harmful use of an individual’s vulnerability or resources by others for personal gain, often leading to feelings of powerlessness, unfair treatment, and disadvantage.
Forbearance, Forgiveness, Mercy, Patience
Flattery
the experience of receiving insincere or excessive praise and compliments, often leading to skepticism, doubts about the intentions of the flatterer, and a sense of being manipulated.
Humility, Modesty, Endurance, Compassion, Patience
Gaslighting
the deeply unsettling experience of having one’s reality and perception of events manipulated or invalidated by another person, often causing self-doubt, confusion, and a feeling of being psychologically abused or controlled.
Humility, Forbearance, Endurance, Forgiveness
Harassment
the distressing and invasive experience of being subjected to unwanted, offensive, or threatening behavior or communication by others, often resulting in fear, anxiety, and a sense of violation of personal boundaries.
Forbearance, Endurance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Hatred
the emotional and psychological suffering caused by intense and irrational hostility or animosity directed towards you, often leading to feelings of fear, distress, and the need to protect oneself.
Forbearance, Forgiveness, Mercy, Patience, Tolerance
Homophobia
the experience of prejudice, discrimination, and fear based on one’s sexual orientation or gender identity, often resulting in exclusion, harassment, and a sense of being marginalized and unsafe in society.
Dignity, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Insubordination
the challenging and defiant behavior exhibited by an employee or subordinate, often leading to concerns about workplace discipline, cohesion, and the need to address the issue.
Humility, Forbearance, Endurance, Forgiveness, Patience
Insult
the experience of being subjected to offensive or derogatory comments or actions by others, often causing hurt feelings, indignation, and a sense of disrespect or humiliation.
Forbearance, Forgiveness, Charity, Mercy, Patience
Linguistic discrimination
the unfair treatment and bias experienced based on your language or accent, often resulting in exclusion, stereotyping, and a sense of being judged or marginalized due to how you communicate.
Dignity, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Mercy, Patience
Manipulation
the distressing experience of being influenced or controlled by another person’s deceptive or coercive tactics, often leading to a loss of autonomy, trust, and a sense of being exploited.
Forbearance, Endurance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Meddlesomeness
the intrusive and unwanted interference in one’s personal affairs or decisions by others, often resulting in frustration, loss of privacy, and a sense of boundaries being violated.
Forbearance, Forgiveness, Charity, Mercy, Patience
Mockery
the hurtful experience of being openly ridiculed or made fun of by others, often causing embarrassment, emotional distress, and a sense of being belittled or humiliated.
Humility, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Oppression
the systematic and unjust exercise of power and control by a dominant group over marginalized individuals or communities, often resulting in discrimination, inequality, and a profound sense of injustice and suffering.
Forbearance, Courage, Endurance, Forgiveness, Patience
Ostentation
the conspicuous display of wealth, status, or success by others, often evoking feelings of envy, disapproval, or discomfort due to the perceived flaunting of privilege or superiority.
Modesty, Endurance, Mercy, Patience
Passive-aggressiveness
the frustrating experience of encountering indirect and unexpressed hostility or resistance in others’ behavior, often leading to confusion, tension, and difficulties in communication and relationships.
Humility, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Peer pressure
the influence and persuasion exerted by one’s peers to conform to their attitudes, behaviors, or choices, often resulting in feelings of pressure, anxiety, and the need to fit in or comply with social expectations.
Modesty, Endurance, Charity, Mercy, Patience
Pettiness
the frustrating encounter with trivial or small-minded behavior in others, often leading to annoyance, a sense of wasted time, and the perception of a lack of maturity or perspective.
Forbearance, Endurance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Charity
Profanity
the experience of encountering vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or expressions, often leading to discomfort, offense, and a sense of disrespect or disregard for social norms.
Forbearance, Endurance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Racism
the systemic discrimination, prejudice, and bias directed towards individuals or groups based on their racial or ethnic background, often leading to exclusion, unequal treatment, and a profound sense of injustice and discrimination.
Dignity, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Rejection
the painful experience of being turned down or excluded by others, often resulting in feelings of hurt, disappointment, and a sense of inadequacy or unacceptance.
Humility, Courage, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Patience
Religious discrimination
the unfair treatment, prejudice, or bias directed towards individuals or groups based on their religious beliefs or practices, often leading to exclusion, stereotypes, and a sense of being marginalized or targeted due to their faith.
Dignity, Forbearance, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Mercy
Sexism
the systemic prejudice, discrimination, and bias directed towards individuals based on their gender, often resulting in unequal treatment, stereotypes, and a profound sense of gender-based injustice and inequality.
Dignity, Forbearance, Endurance, Forgiveness
