Exposure to responsibility should be appropriate to readiness

Readiness and Exposure to Responsibility

Category: Tsm’syen Law Page status: Working

Purpose

This page records the principle that exposure to responsibility should be appropriate to readiness within Tsm’syen law. It establishes readiness as the measure by which responsibility is introduced.

This page is declarative and does not assign authority, offices, or leadership roles.

Principle

Exposure to responsibility should be appropriate to readiness.

Meaning

• Responsibility is introduced gradually, not abruptly.
• Readiness determines exposure, not age or title alone.
• Proper exposure supports learning without causing harm.

Readiness

• Readiness is demonstrated through conduct, attention, and understanding.
• Readiness develops through observation and participation.
• Readiness is recognized by elders, Sim’oogit, and house members.

Exposure

• Exposure begins with limited responsibility and guidance.
• Responsibility increases as judgment and reliability are shown.
• Exposure is adjusted based on context and circumstance.

Balance

• Too little exposure delays learning.
• Too much exposure creates risk and discouragement.
• Balanced exposure strengthens confidence and governance.

Responsibility

• Those assigning responsibility must assess readiness carefully.
• Exposure is a shared duty, not an individual claim.
• Misjudged exposure weakens trust and continuity.

Limits

• Readiness cannot be self-declared.
• Exposure does not confer permanent authority.
• Responsibility remains guided until fully assumed.

Cross References

• Protection From Premature Burden
• Observation Before Decision-Making
• Youth Learn Governance Through Witnessing
• Ongoing and Contextual Learning
• Forms of Participation
• Youth and the Future Line
• Continuity and Transmission
• The Future Line
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• Adaawx

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