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What does it mean?
Freed people often feel lost after escaping oppression.
In plain terms
When freed, people may not know what to do next.
What can you take from it?
Freedom brings confusion about the future.

Where it applies

  • post-revolution
  • release from prison
  • new beginnings

Putting it to work

  • plan next steps
  • seek guidance

Questions to consider

  • What do you do after gaining freedom?
  • How to find direction after liberation?

Another view

Not everyone feels lost after freedom.

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