I wish that every human life might be pure transparent freedom.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The ideal human life is one of pure and unrestricted freedom.
- In plain terms
- Every life should be free and clear.
- What can you take from it?
- Strive for absolute freedom in your life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What limits your freedom?
- What does true freedom look like?
Another view
Pure freedom is impossible in a structured society.
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