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Okay I know this doesn't really belong in this forum, but I thought I'd get the most interesting replies here (because all the cool posters hang here haha).
So, okay. Just recently here 19 people got charged with bank fraud, after going to the ATM to withdraw cash, and finding that due to a bank error, they were able to withdraw large amounts of money (that wasn't theirs) and overdraw their accounts. In some cases, people withdrew $200,000!
There has been much debate about this, because it was a bank error, there are mixed opinions on if these people should have been charged. This got me to thinking about other similiar situations I have experienced and what other people think about it.
For example. Have you ever been given too much change at the store, or been undercharged for something you purchased? Have you ever found a lost wallet containing cash and ID? If so, what did you do in the situation? Also love to know if anyone has had their honesty repaid to them?
I have experienced all 3 of the scenarios listed above and every time I will go back, and make it right. Even if a cashier gives me 10c too much change, I'll still give it back. Why? Because it's not mine, and I'm not entitled to it. Just because it's not my fault, doesn't make it right.
I have found that honesty like this is rare. Have you ever tried to go back to a store and pay for something you weren't charged for? The Cashiers look at you like you have horns and 3 noses? Instead of saying 'Thank you for your honesty' they say 'Uh ok then' and look at you like you're crazy! Anyone else ever experienced this?
Anyway, just thought this was an interesting topic. Because I believe honesty and integrity are some of the greatest virtues a person can possess, but sadly these days, they seem to be dying traits.
So, interested to hear your thoughts, would especially love to hear stories of you being blessed for your honesty. Will share mine soon.
So, okay. Just recently here 19 people got charged with bank fraud, after going to the ATM to withdraw cash, and finding that due to a bank error, they were able to withdraw large amounts of money (that wasn't theirs) and overdraw their accounts. In some cases, people withdrew $200,000!
There has been much debate about this, because it was a bank error, there are mixed opinions on if these people should have been charged. This got me to thinking about other similiar situations I have experienced and what other people think about it.
For example. Have you ever been given too much change at the store, or been undercharged for something you purchased? Have you ever found a lost wallet containing cash and ID? If so, what did you do in the situation? Also love to know if anyone has had their honesty repaid to them?
I have experienced all 3 of the scenarios listed above and every time I will go back, and make it right. Even if a cashier gives me 10c too much change, I'll still give it back. Why? Because it's not mine, and I'm not entitled to it. Just because it's not my fault, doesn't make it right.
I have found that honesty like this is rare. Have you ever tried to go back to a store and pay for something you weren't charged for? The Cashiers look at you like you have horns and 3 noses? Instead of saying 'Thank you for your honesty' they say 'Uh ok then' and look at you like you're crazy! Anyone else ever experienced this?
Anyway, just thought this was an interesting topic. Because I believe honesty and integrity are some of the greatest virtues a person can possess, but sadly these days, they seem to be dying traits.
So, interested to hear your thoughts, would especially love to hear stories of you being blessed for your honesty. Will share mine soon.