(Plausible) Rival Interpretations

A plausible rival interpretation is that an individual's intentions are formed by his or her cultural and social environment and not necessarily by an innate moral compass. This interpretation suggests that an individual's decisions and choices are shaped by the societies and cultures they live in and the values they were taught, rather than simply coming from within. This means that decent intentions could be clouded if the beliefs or morals of one's environment are not aligned with objective standards. This can lead to morally questionable choices or decisions being made without an individual truly understanding that their intentions are wrong.