Choices Quote by Rushworth Kidder
“The really tough choices...don't center upon right versus wrong. They involve right versus right. They are genuine dilemmas precisely because each side is firmly rooted in one of our basic, core values.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Power of Ethical Management” (1995)
Moral dilemmas often involve conflicts between equally important values, not simple right vs. wrong.
In simple terms: Hard choices pit core values against each other.
Key Takeaway
Weigh values carefully before deciding.
Themes
ethics
values
dilemmas
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal relationships
- policy making
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
decision theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What core values clash in your toughest decisions?
- How do you prioritize when values conflict?
A Different Perspective
Complexity can cause paralysis without clear guidance.
