The definition of freedom (?wealth?)

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  1. moyjos

    moyjos Well-Known Member

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    saw Oprah on TV this morning and I liked this quote.

    I think it embodies the true wealth that we are striving for.

    My definition of real freedom comes from the movie 'Beloved,' where the character Sethe that I played says, 'Freedom is waking up in the morning and deciding for yourself what to do with the day.' Imagine that.

    I must admit MOST of my days I can decide what and when I need to do stuff.

    I can't quite do nothing without it being noticed :( but if I really want to swan off and do something for myself I can arrange it without too much hassle.

    Husband is not quite at that level yet. He still needs to work (although a lot of that is because he does not like to relinquish control :). )

    What is your take on freedom?
     
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    That's a great definition however with a husband, 3 children and businesses, I am far from free - but at this stage I would not have it any other way.
     
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    Good post:)

    I define it in similar way.
    We all have different goals, but at the end of the day if you can wake up in the morning and have a choice where/what you want to do then I think that means you are free off the shackles.



    MTR:)
     
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  4. Ace in the Hole

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    We are all free to do what we want with the day.
    Few have paid for this privelage in advance, but most will be paying for it in the future.
     
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    Freedom is;
    1. Not having to work at all.
    2. Money is no object
    3. Terrific health
    4. Stable family.
     
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    I think number 3 and 4 is an absolute bonus, but life is lotto, those are out of our control.
    I also think best things in life are for free.

    You can have money and choice but if you don't make the most of it then you have nothing really.
     
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  9. Rolf Latham

    Rolf Latham Inciteful (sic) Staff Member Business Plus Member

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    Its also certain "death" for many, because many of us need the routine of a "life planned" whether by us, or forced upon us because we wont.

    ta
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  10. D.T.

    D.T. Specialist Property Manager Business Member

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    Answer me this :
    Could / Would you still do that job / business / renovation / development / etc for zero money? If not, why not?
     
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    geoffw Moderator Staff Member

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    I already am doing my job for zero money.

    If the startup is not successful I will receive nothing- but I have been doing a job I have really enjoyed.

    If it is successful it could be very good indeed.
     
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  12. D.T.

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    Then I applaud you, Geoff
     
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  13. Ace in the Hole

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    Technically, you could be in jail and still meet those 4 criteria.
    However, jail is about as far away from freedom as you can get.
     
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