2024/2025
General question/ethical formula - ANSWERS1. problem identification - nonjudgemental
2. gather info - nonjudgemental approach to get clarification through personal conversation
3. offer solutions - if/then
4. summary - by doing this/I would be able to do this
Formula:
Although this is the situation, I want to collect all the facts before making a decision.
To clarify the situation, I will have a private, non-judgemental conversation with xyz.
If all is well then I will continue to xyz
If all is not completely well then I will moderately adjust my actions accordingly
If all is completely not well then I will take an extreme approach
By getting clarification through private conversations and addressing the situation according to the facts,
I will be able to handle it in the most appropriate, just, and respectful manner.
The primary problem is . The secondary problem is . I completely understand that there are different
sides to this situation, so I need to find the correct way to address the situation. I will gather facts in a
private manner and at an appropriate time. As my relation to this person, I care about their wellbeing
and will help find solutions to resolve some of their issues. I would decide to . Maybe there is something
we do not know about that is contributing to the problem? Allowing us to gather all the facts will help us
fully understand how to best support the situation in a respectful and efficient manner.
Empathy question - ANSWERS1. show empathy for the situation
2. personal example that you can use to illustrate these points
3. what you learned from your personal experience
, 4. relate it to the future
Formula:
The difficult impact of the situation on their wellbeing/autonomy/safety/quality of life.
I have personally experienced/witnessed similar difficulties with my family/friends/community and it
impacted their lives by xyz.
I learned the importance of physical/mental wellbeing
I will apply this lesson to the future by thoughtfully approaching these situations, prioritizing respect for
autonomy, health, and safety.
Fill in the blanks:
This situation can negatively impact their overall quality of life, compromising their wellbeing, safety, and
autonomy. I have personally witnessed similar difficulties with my loved ones and it impacted their lives
by preventing them from accessing living necessities and engaging in activities that brought them joy and
promoted wellbeing, like going to the gym. Public transport was limited where they lived, which left
them dependent on others who often were busy. Thus, the outlined situation could have a large negative
impact on their overall wellbeing. It is crucial to recognize what is important to them and find ways to
help them continue to do those activities while promoting autonomy and wellness, even in these
situations.
Personal questions - ANSWERS1. summary of what you are going to address (Ex: who you are based off
what people have said)
2. an example - the problem you solved, your intervention, the result, the lesson learned (importance of
listening, perspective gathering, team-based problem solving)
3. future application (I will strive to be a leader who first addressed changes to my own behavior to have
the capacity to help others address theirs).
Formula:
A summary of what you are going to address/repeat of the sentence and how it pertains to you.
An example of the problem you solved by xyz
My intervention caused xyz which was beneficial to all parties involved.
This resulted in xyz