Correlation between Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development and Soul Ages

[LuckyFox]

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Credit : Channeled from essence (in identifying the connection) + Psychological resources 

Link to psychology theory : https://www.simplypsychology.org/kohlberg.html

(Article excerpts written by psychologist Saul McLeod)

 

(NOTE : Not an exact 100% accurate correlation, but still a strong enough correlation to mention, at the very least. Though psychology is never really an exact science, because of the nature of how complicated people are. Psychology can only ever follow trends, patterns, and increased or decreased percentages with things, so put that in mind. If anything, any study involving people never is an exact science, especially if the science of people itself is not exact. I still think it's definitely possible for certain soul ages to reach higher stages of moral development, especially with guidance, team work and hard work, but it certainly becomes more difficult the higher the level from a soul age stage it is.)

 

 

Infant Soul + Baby Soul

 

"Level 1 - Preconventional morality

Preconventional morality is the first stage of moral development, and lasts until approximately age 9. At the preconventional level children don’t have a personal code of morality, and instead moral decisions are shaped by the standards of adults and the consequences of following or breaking their rules.

For example, if an action leads to punishment is must be bad, and if it leads to a reward is must be good.

Authority is outside the individual and children often make moral decisions based on the physical consequences of actions."

 

Infant Soul : "Stage 1. Obedience and Punishment Orientation. The child/individual is good in order to avoid being punished. If a person is punished, they must have done wrong."

Baby Soul : "Stage 2. Individualism and Exchange. At this stage, children recognize that there is not just one right view that is handed down by the authorities. Different individuals have different viewpoints."

 

Young Soul + Mature Soul

 

"Level 2 - Conventional morality

Conventional morality is the second stage of moral development, and is characterized by an acceptance of social rules concerning right and wrong. At the conventional level (most adolescents and adults), we begin to internalize the moral standards of valued adult role models.

Authority is internalized but not questioned, and reasoning is based on the norms of the group to which the person belongs.

A social system that stresses the responsibilities of relationships as well as social order is seen as desirable and must, therefore, influence our view of what is right and wrong."

 

Young Soul : "Stage 3. Good Interpersonal Relationships. The child/individual is good in order to be seen as being a good person by others. Therefore, answers relate to the approval of others."

Mature Soul : "Stage 4. Maintaining the Social Order. The child/individual becomes aware of the wider rules of society, so judgments concern obeying the rules in order to uphold the law and to avoid guilt."

 

Old Soul + Transcendent/Infinite Soul

 

"Level 3 - Postconventional morality

Postconventional morality is the third stage of moral development, and is characterized by an individuals’ understanding of universal ethical principles. These are abstract and ill-defined, but might include: the preservation of life at all costs, and the importance of human dignity.

Individual judgment is based on self-chosen principles, and moral reasoning is based on individual rights and justice. According to Kohlberg this level of moral reasoning is as far as most people get.

Only 10-15% are capable of the kind of abstract thinking necessary for stage 5 or 6 (post-conventional morality). That is to say, most people take their moral views from those around them and only a minority think through ethical principles for themselves."

 

Old soul :  "Stage 5. Social Contract and Individual Rights. The child/individual becomes aware that while rules/laws might exist for the good of the greatest number, there are times when they will work against the interest of particular individuals. The issues are not always clear-cut. For example, in Heinz’s dilemma, the protection of life is more important than breaking the law against stealing."

 

Transcendent/Infinite Soul : "Stage 6. Universal Principles. People at this stage have developed their own set of moral guidelines which may or may not fit the law. The principles apply to everyone.

E.g., human rights, justice, and equality. The person will be prepared to act to defend these principles even if it means going against the rest of society in the process and having to pay the consequences of disapproval and or imprisonment. Kohlberg doubted few people reached this stage."