What Is Freedom, #585

In this episode, we talk about something very near and dear to every person. Many places on the planet do not enjoy freedom. In the US and Canada, and many other countries, we have the ability to create life-like we want. Do we use that freedom, or do we waste it by complaining about what is missing? Freedom is so often centered around the words “I want.” If I get what I want, then I’m free. Life isn’t built so we get what we want. It is hard and full of trials and challenges. Does that mean we are not free? No, while we don’t control externalities, freedom is available to every person at every moment. The most powerful battles are in the heart, regardless of the outside world. Are you free?