At this stage, our moral compass starts to expand, and we consider the greater good. We think about how our actions will impact the community and try to make decisions that benefit everyone. Picture a local business owner who decides to reduce waste and implement sustainable practices, not just to save money, but to contribute to a healthier environment. It's a beautiful shift towards empathy and understanding.
As we continue to grow, we enter a stage where we prioritize social contracts and try to maintain social order. We consider the rules and norms of society and try to do what's expected of us. For example, a person might follow traffic rules, not just to avoid getting a ticket, but to ensure everyone's safety on the road. It's about being a responsible member of society.
Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development | Pedagogia, Examen
