Simple Tests To Judge Our Value System

As human beings we all must have a value system, doing the right thing for the right reason. But at times we get confused of our own values and find it difficult to decide our own actions. But a famous writer has made it simple by two tests.

The ultimate test is called the Mama test. Whenever you are doing, whatever you are doing, wherever and with whomever, at home or at work, alone or with someone, if values are in question, ask yourself, "If my mama were to see me doing what i am doing right now, would she be proud of me and say "Well done Boy!" or would she hang her head in shame?" Your values would be clarified rather quickly. If you passed the Mama test and failed all other tests, you have passed. If you failed the Mama test and passed all other tests, you have failed.


If the Mama test doesn't do it, there is another test called the Baba test. Whenever you are doing, whatever you are doing, wherever and with whomever, at home or at work, alone or with someone, if values are in question, ask yourself, "If my children were to see me doing what i am doing right now, would i want them to see it, or would i be embarrassed?" Again the clouds will clear rather quickly and you will get your answers.

If these two tests don't clarify a person's values, then that person is no longer a human being and has no conscience left.

We ought to remember that values are not hereditary, they are learnt. We need to get our priorities right.