Lately, I have lamented that I don’t have enough freedom. I thought to myself — if only circumstances could shift, that alone would grant me my freedom.
I began a process of conscious questioning, starting with the statement — I don’t have enough freedom.
Really, is that true?
How much freedom is enough, and where is the measuring stick?
Is freedom something I own?
Is it a commodity that money can buy?
Will I find it hanging in my closet?
Will it be you who brings me my freedom, or takes it from me?
Or is freedom found within?
Does freedom begin with me, like peace does?
Can I be the freedom I seek?
Can freedom begin at that still small space, where I cease to quarrel with life?
Quotes on personal freedom:
“For you who no longer possess it, freedom is everything, for us who do, it is merely an illusion.” Emil Cioran
“Suffering is a result of arguing with reality. When we believe our thoughts, we suffer, but when we question them, we don’t suffer. Freedom is as simple as that.” Byron Katie
Viktor E. Frankl
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Thank you so much for your appreciative comments. You had perfect timing in pointing this post out to me again. I was quarreling with life this morning! Read this again, took a deep breath, and ah, what a relief! I put it on one of my homemade well being cards this time, so I don’t forget it. Thanks again for your gracious comments!