So My Friend Lied...And Got Into Her First Choice

Mintie
Mon, 23 Apr 2007 18:31:21 +0000

It’s the choice between the right thing and the easy thing.

And people like hyakku, please refrain from trying to justify your own actions of cheating/lying by defending others. It’s an effective defense mechanism to be sure, but you have to admit it is unscrupulous. Unless, of course, you really don’t think cheating/lying is a big deal.

To OP: Ultimately, it comes down to your values. What kind of a life do you want to live? As you reflect upon your life on your death bed (hopefully), would you be happy with what you are? What you have done, what you haven’t done?

The thing is, society isn’t necessarily going to punish those people have have lied to gain things like scholarships and acceptances. It’s not so much about doing someone a favor or fearing punishment, but about living your life the way you see fit.

Just my $0.02