In Very Practical Ethics David Benatar discusses some of the moral problems that ordinary people face in their everyday lives. In Very Practical Ethics David Benatar discusses some of the moral problems that ordinary people face in their everyday lives. Among these very practical questions: When is sex morally permissible? Is it morally permissible to consume animals and their products? When is language prejudicial? Is it wrong to swear? How should we address and refer to others? When should we forgive - or not forgive?