MINI-TEST: ARE YOU POLITICALLY CORRECT

#politically_correct ----------- The central idea of political correctness ()  is to promote inclusive and respectful language, seeking to limit as much as possible the use of potentially offensive words, expressions, and ideas towards minorities. However, the term is often used derogatorily to criticize what some perceive as excessive caution or even a form of self-censorship designed to limit freedom of expression. Indeed, political correctness can easily lapse into hypocrisy or produce roundabout expressions devoid of substance. Read the following sentences and choose the ones that best represent your thoughts.  Excessive candor can become harmful  I admire the way my leading politicians speak  An innocent lie is better than an offensive truth  Minorities should always be respected and protected  I try to adapt to the customs and ideas of the place where I am  When one’s opinion goes against the tide, it is better not to express it Count the total number of selected boxes and check the related profile. 0-1: You are hardly or not at all politically correct 2-3: You are politically correct but not so much 4-5: You are a supporter of political correctness 6: You are the epitome of political correctness Explanation of sentences Excessive candor can become harmful Here we emphasize the risk that overly direct language may hurt the feelings of others or contribute to social conflicts. This position recognizes the importance of diplomacy in everyday interactions. At the same time, those who reason in this way show that they are afraid of knowing the truth and prefer a sweetened narrative to it. I admire the way my leading politicians speak Here we refer to the influence of political leaders in shaping public and private language, highlighting how their way of communicating can mold thoughts and ideas of the listening public. Normally, political figures speak at length, using many roundabouts, to say little or nothing. This is the art of rhetoric, and those who are fascinated by it show that they put much more weight on form than substance. An innocent lie is better than an offensive truth This view implies that sometimes it is preferable to hide the truth on purpose to prevent anyone from being offended or judged. In essence, there is a belief that people should be treated as children who are incapable of accepting the world for what it really is. In the long run, such an attitude can only produce a society composed of shallow and poorly aware individuals. Minorities should always be respected and protected This statement represents a fundamental principle of political correctness, highlighting the importance of respect for all human identities and experiences. The problem is that minorities are not all the same, and perhaps they should be examined individually and carefully before granting them specific rights or privileges. A trivial syllogism to induce deeper reflection: pedophiles are a minority, and according to your logic they should be protected and safeguarded. Are we really sure about this? I try to adapt to the customs and ideas of the place where I am This assertion indicates a certain cultural flexibility and a desire to conform to local or in-group norms, also highlighting how political correctness can vary from context to context. Those who behave this way have a weak personality and thus tend to absorb the energies of the places, both physical and symbolic, in which they find themselves living. Such a concept is called cultural relativism. When one’s opinion goes against the tide, it is better not to express it Such a claim suggests caution in expressing views that might be considered unpopular or controversial. It reflects the fear of the negative social consequences that may result from expressing nonconforming ideas, causing the person to self-moderate even at the cost of conveying an untruthful self-image. --------------- Mini test in italiano su La Ricerca Spirituale ()