Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

It is time to make a choice. You've two options:

Choice A ...

• Live the rest of your life in complete security. You'll work, but receive no paycheck. Instead, you're guaranteed all of the necessities. Food, shelter, and clothing will be provided for you. In exchange, you'll give up certain freedoms. You'll read only what the powers-that-be allow you to read. You'll watch only approved television programs and films. Your relationships - plutonic, sexual and marital - will be determined by the governing body.

Choice B ...

• Live the rest of your life in complete uncertainty. You'll work, but your pay will be based solely on the quality of your work. Nothing will be guaranteed. You will have to scratch out your own food, shelter, and clothing. You'll be free to make decisions for yourself. You may read whatever you choose. You may watch whatever you choose. The quality of your relationships will also be entirely up to you. You are free to do as you choose but never, NEVER are you free from worry.

Which do you choose? Think carefully. A life free from worry is indeed a grand idea. So too is a life lived freely. Be sure to explain yourself, and to respond to your classmates.

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Courage

Easy one this week ...

Consider the following photograph and your understanding of courage. Is the young man at the center of the picture, courageous?

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