Monday, September 13, 2010

The Morality of Indecision

So, I am changing my question. Actually tweaking. Tweaking is a better word. I want to question whether or not indecision is moral. I think that it can be both moral and immoral, depending on the situation. My question relates to Oedipus Rex in a backwards way. The characters in the play are very decisive, perhaps to the point of rashness. Upon learning the terrible truth of their situation, both Jocasta and Oedipus wound themselves, Jocasta fatally. These quick decisions indicate a lack of mindfulness and shows how their actions are based on their emotions or heart. In this case, the morality of these actions is questionable. Are they doing the right thing by ridding the land of their disease and incest? Possibly. However, they are also leaving behind a legacy for their daughters that they wont be able to help them through. Perhaps, if they had been a little more indecisive, it would have had a more desirable or helpful outcome.

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Is it Woman's Nature to be Indecisive?

Is it woman's nature to be indecisive?
I picked this question because I believe that the decision making process for all humans is extremely elaborate and influenced by many factors, and therefore all decisions must have some back-and-forth before they are made. I have lived this question my entire life, especially with the relationships I form. I also play the devil's advocate with myself, which strengthens my arguments but also weakens my resolve.
This is related to the Sun Also Rises through the character Brett, who jumps from man to man depending on the day and their social status. This displays her lack of ability to commit to a relationship and one person which is a direct result of indecisiveness.
This is also exemplified in the Odyssey by Homer through the character Penelope, who is unable to decide between giving in to the suitors that plague her house and son or staying true to the belief that her husband Odysseus is still alive.
This indecisiveness becomes more prevalent as history moves forward, due to the improvement of Women's rights and higher standard, which allows them the luxury of choice.