Freedom of the Human

Person
What is freedom ? How come there are rules?
• Introduction:
• Freedom, a beacon that lights the path to human progress, is a concept
cherished by societies around the globe. While many nations thrive in the
embrace of liberty, it is regrettably true that some countries grapple with a
deficit of freedom. In these places, the fundamental rights and autonomy of
individuals face challenges, casting shadows on the ideals of self-determination
and expression. Today, we delve into the intricate tapestry of freedom,
exploring its essence and reflecting on the stark disparities that persist,
reminding us that the quest for freedom is a journey, not universally realized.
 At the end of this lesson, the students will
able to:

1.Discern the essence of true freedom;

2.Discuss moral responsibility and accountability in your exercise of
freedom;
3.Revise that all actions have consequences;
4.Evaluate the exercise of prudence in choices;
5.Realized at choices have consequences, and some things are given up while
others are obtained in making choices; and
6.Show situations that demonstrate freedom of choice and the consequences
of freedom of choices.
 Have you ever wondered, where did the concept of freedom
originate?

Freedom's roots trace back through the records of human history,

emerging from the collective struggle for autonomy and rights,
evolving across civilizations, revolutions, and philosophical
discourse.
 Is freedom really free?

While the essence of freedom is priceless, its realization often

demands sacrifices, vigilance, and the responsible exercise of
rights. True freedom requires a constant commitment to uphold
the principles that safeguard individual and collective liberties
Freedom is an intrinsic and essential property of the person. This means that the
human person by nature is a free being and that is it is or her nature to seek freedom our
freedom acts to set us apart from other beings.
Let's compare how animals and humans behave to get a better understanding of
freedom. We see some animals behave like human beings because they seem to perform
action in response to commands.
A well trained dog can perform certain task command such as stay or fetch because it
has been trained on the condition to perform them.
But the same cannot be said about human beings. you cannot approach a stranger, toss
him for her a ball, say "fetch!" surely, you will be met with curious and suspicious
stares. A person will not respond automatically to the command to fetch because he or
she is not conditioned to obey like the dog.
The human person does not experience the world in the same way that animals do
animals act instinctively, meaning, their actions are more like predetermined responses
to certain stimuli. A person on the other hand, can choose the course of action to take
when given a stimulus are faced with a certain situation. You expect your dog to always
respond in the same way to your commands. With us humans, are inherit freedom
respond in the same way to your commands. With us humans, our inherit freedom
makes us very dynamic creatures on our actions do not necessarily follow a set pattern
or a predetermined course. Your mother may ask you to clean your room 1 day and you
will follow her instruction. The following week, however, you may decide not to clean
your room when told because you feel lazy. The week after, you decide to clean your
room without even being told. This varied actions indicate that you are exercising your
freedom.
Freedom is also understood as the power to be what you want to be on the ability to
decide and create yourself. You may have a good idea of personal identity at this point
in your life. Through we have certain inari traits such as physical attributes and
temperament, many of the characteristics that define our personality are often a product
of our choices. Our talents, for instance, or developed to their fullest only if we choose
to dedicate time and effort to improve them. Our preferences and views are other
aspects of our personality that we freely adopt. You may have also imagined yourself as
a successful professional in the future your nature as a human person gives you the
ability to imagine that future. Your freedom, meanwhile, gives you the ability to strive
to achieve that goal.
Freedom is rooted in the human person's self- determination and the exercise of

intellect and free will. This means that a person's every action is freely determined and

good way. A good at makes a person better while its opposite has a negative impact on

him or her as a person. This is the nature of self-determination: that person's actions

determine what kind of person he or she becomes.

We have every freedom to do things sometimes it depends on our values for instance

your classmates books where dropped You have to have two choices weather to help

him or not.
Freedom give us the choice to undertake one of these possible actions. It also enables us
to come up with new choices. For instance, some me laugh at the person who needed
help, but decided to help him later. The essence of freedom is that it does not confine
our options to those set or expected by others we can imagine new options and decide to
undertake them. Now, recall your answers ask yourself why you choose to take action.
Reflecting on your actions will enable you to know yourself better as a person. Your
options also determined if you uphold human dignity and freedom. Having freedom,
however, also entails certain responsibilities. It is possible for a person to diminish or
negate freedom through the heart choices and actions that he or she makes.
Freedom also requires a degree of control from a person who exercise it. A a person
becomes more free when he or she controls over himself or herself. On the other hand, a
person becomes free when he or she is no longer in controlled of himself or herself on
this instead control by other forces. For example, person suffering from addiction are
less free because they are overpowered by their addiction to certain substances and can
barely control themselves when presented with these things. People who are solely
based on their emotions are also less free because they allow themselves to be
controlled by their feelings without any regard for ethical considerations. People who
behave impulse lead and erratically are more similar to animals the person.
Persons who are denied their freedom by other individuals, groups, institutions are also

dehumanized. Slavery is a demonizing act because a person is forced to work for life

without the possibility of ever living a life of bondage. A person who is imprisoned is

also the human eyes because he or she is denied his or her freedom and is confined to

prison life. That the same person, however, also the human is the person whom he or

she wronged.
 Kinds of freedom
1.Physical freedom - Physical freedom refers to the absence of any physical restraint.
The persona as the freedom of mobility to go where he or she wants to go. He or she is
not intended in his or her actions by any physical force. Granted that the person has
natural limitations, physical freedom allows him or her to add in determined manner.
You cannot be everywhere at once, but your freedom allows you to move from one
place to another and to go wherever you want to go.

2.Psychological freedom Psychological freedom is also called freedom of choice. The

person is free to perform actions that he or she consider right and wise. A person is also
free to act or not to act. Psychological freedom is innate and cannot be denied a person.
No outside force or influence can compel a person to take action against his or her will.
3.Moral freedom Moral freedom refers to using freedom in a manner that upholds
human dignity and goodness. Freedom is not an object that a person may use in
whatever way he or she pleases. A person must use his or her freedom to grow as a
person. A person becomes more free when he or she uses freedom well, but becomes
less free when he or she uses it in a bad way. Humans have a natural inclination for
what is true and good, and when a person uses his or her freedom to do acts that violate
human dignity and goodness, he or she dehumanizes himself or herself and effectively
gates human freedom.
 PHYCHOLOGICAL
PHYSICAL FREEDOM MORAL FREEDOM
FREEDOM
Weather we decide to take action, this results in a certain consequence. All

human actions have consequences, and this effect not only the person who

commits the action, but also other people and our surroundings. Free being,

the person must accept the consequences of his or her action and take

responsibility for them. The second element of freedom, responsibility

refers to the person being accountable for his or her actions and

consequences.
Voluntariness and responsibility go hand-in-
hand in determining a person's freedom. In any
situation where a person is forced to do an
action against his or her will, it follows that he
or she cannot be held responsible for his or her
involuntary actions.
A person who is forced by bank robbers to open the safe
vault in a bank may not be held fully responsible for the
crime of robbery, since he or she acted without much
voluntariness.
On the other hand, a person who had no
awareness of the effect of his or her actions can
be considered as acting with diminished
freedom. One example may be a person who
tried to scare his or her friend by jumping out a
corner wearing a scary mask. The surprised
friend decided to run away but in his or her
panic, he or she hit a wall and was injured.
It was not the intention of the person who
committed the prank to get his or her friend hurt,
but it happened because he or she did not fully
consider the consequences of his or her actions.
Without these two elements, human freedom is
diminished, and the person makes imperfect actions
and unwise decisions which may have negative
effects on the self and others.
The realization of voluntariness and
responsibility in the exercise of our
freedom gives our actions and
experiences a whole new meaning.
We can now reflect on our actions to
better understand them and guide us
toward making the best possible
decisions.
We can therefore begin to examine
our actions, habits, and behavior by
asking ourselves the following
questions:
 What should i do?

Why should i do it?

What will happened if i do it?

How will my actions or behavior affect myself, others, and

my surroundings?
 2 ELEMENTS OF FREEDOM

RESPONSIBILITY VOLUNTARINESS
freedom is experienced through the
act of making choices
Will my actions or behavior be considered
correct, proper, beneficial, and moral? Another
reality that we have to face as we exercise our
freedom is the fact that freedom is
experienced through the act of making
choices. All throughout, human freedom gives
us the ability to think of countless decisions
and possible actions, taking action every time.
 It is also possible that the choice not to take
action may be an acceptable and moral choice
in a given situation. When we make the choice
to do a particular action, we can never go back
and redo our actions and make another choice.
Real life is not a movie where we can stop and
rewind events and get a "second take" on the
situation.
Therefore, it is very important that when
confronted with choices, we exercise caution
and prudence and reflect on our possible
courses of action. Self-reflection is vital in the
proper exercise of human freedom. As persons,
we cannot allow ourselves to be slaves to
sudden emotions and moods whenever we act.
As free and rational beings, we must recognize the
importance of exercising freedom responsibly. This
requires us to reflect on our actions, consider their
effects, and make the proper choices regarding the
most beneficial decisions or actions.
How can I exercise my freedom in a responsible and
beneficial manner? As the saying goes, "My
freedom to swing my fist ends where your nose
begins." This statement emphasizes that human
freedom, though essential, is not absolute. It should
be exercised with control and recognition of
reasonable limits.
How Can I Exercise My Freedom in a
Responsible and Beneficial Manner?
You may have heard the saying: "My
freedom to swing my fist ends where your
nose begins." This simple statement points
to the fact that human freedom, though
essential, is not absolute. It should be
exercised with control and a recognition of
reasonable limits.
Human freedom should be exercised
with control and a recognition of
reasonable limits.
We set limits to our own freedom and learn
to moderate or control our thoughts,
emotions, and actions depending on the
situation. A person can even choose to limit
his or her own freedom or even surrender it
entirely if it will result in greater benefits.
Even when angered, refraining from
responding disrespectfully to a teacher
or finding more reasonable and lawful
means to express dissatisfaction with
government corruption are examples
of the responsible exercise of freedom.
Limiting our personal freedom requires us to
sacrifice certain self-interests and accept
certain realities that are beyond our control. For
example, you may have the freedom to pursue
a degree in medicine, but realizing that your
parents do not have the means to send you to
medical school, you decide to take a less
expensive course.
Our sense of right and wrong
guides us in recognizing and
deciding on the limitations to
our freedom.
Freedom should also be exercised
with regard for knowledge and
truth.
Freedom should also be exercised with
regard for knowledge and truth.
As rational beings, it is natural for us to think
before we act. We use our freedom to act and
acquire more knowledge, and we use this
knowledge to come up with decisions and
courses of action when confronted with
difficult situations.
To correctly answer a multiple-choice
item in an exam, students should study
and prepare beforehand to know the
correct information needed for the test.
Otherwise, they will be unable to
answer the test correctly.
The ability to acquire information and truthful
knowledge regarding a particular situation is crucial,
as it aids us in making wise and informed choices.
For example, in voting for officials in student
council elections, some students may choose based
on feeling. More discerning students, however, will
find out each candidate's views on important school
issues and cast their vote based on their judgment of
who is the better candidate to address these
concerns.
A courtroom judge has the freedom to
make any decision on any case. But if
they wish to uphold justice and render
a proper judgment, they must carefully
study the facts of the case to arrive at
correct conclusions regarding the
issues.
Truthful knowledge is also crucial for
individuals wishing to invest in
business ventures, enabling them to
determine if they are entering
legitimate transactions or being
deceived into participating in a scam.
we should also recognize an uphold not only
our individual freedom but also the freedom
of others
Determining the proper information needed before we
choose courses of action is not easy, but it is necessary
to ensure that our choices, decisions, and actions are
proper, reasonable, and just.
If we make a choice and act on false or incomplete
information, we may end up making decisions that will
bring harm to ourselves and others. It is, therefore,
necessary to cultivate the intellectual virtue of prudence to
guide us in making sound choices.
As human persons, our nature drives us to
uphold human dignity and goodness. In
exercising our freedom, we should recognize
and uphold not only our individual freedom but
also the freedom of others. This view has led to
the assertion that freedom is a recognized and
guaranteed right for all persons.
Many societies identify certain freedoms that
should be enjoyed by all, as these contribute to
the quality of life of the individual and the
welfare of society. These include the freedom to
live and determine one's identity, freedom from
slavery and other constraints, freedom of
speech, and freedom of thought, conscience,
and religion.
Freedom should be exercised with
regard for the welfare of other persons.
Freeing oneself should not be seen as a
tool to restrict the freedom of others
but as a means to enable others to fully
enjoy their own freedom.
FINAL NOTE: The Given and the Chosen
People often think that the fullness of freedom is found in one's
ability to make decisions about one's life. Choice is indeed an
element of freedom, but freedom goes beyond mere choosing
Freedom is not absolute, and in our lives, there are a lot of things
that we could not choose. For example, we were not given a
choice if we wanted to be born, we were simply given life. We
also did not choose our parents, some of our physical traits and
personal characteristics were simply genetically handed down
and already form part of us.
We are not in total control of everything around
us, and we sometimes find ourselves with very
limited choices, such as being stuck in traffic,
getting mugged by someone on the street, and
having strong emotions for someone. Many
things in life are given. Although some things
are given, it does not mean that we do not
really have freedom.
On the contrary, there are instances when we
can exercise our freedom because we are not
determined by these forces or situations.
Difficult situations may not always be
avoidable, especially if we happen to be
victims of circumstance, but we may take these
difficult situations positively or negatively. We
may not always have the best family.
but it does not mean that our future family
will turn out the same way as our current
one. A person with an indifferent attitude
may find it hard to be motivated and
excited about things in general, but it
doesn't mean that he or she is incapable of
being interested and inspired to act
passionately.
These "givens" or predetermined
things do not negate our freedom but
give us opportunities to exercise our
freedom when we determine ourselves.
The key idea is that we should always
act well in any given situation because
the self is determined by the self.
We have given tendencies or inclinations, and
the world also exerts some forces over us, but
we can transcend all of these and determine
ourselves in the manner we want because we
are free. As much as possible, we must use our
freedom in a good way so that we may become
better people and better versions of ourselves
for our own sake and the sake of others.
 Quiz
true or false

1.Freedom is an intrinsic and essential property of a person. ______

2.Responsibility , refers to the person being accountable for his or her actions and their
consequence. _______
3.Psychological freedom is also called freedom of choice. _______
4.Moral freedom refers to using freedom in a manner that upholds human dignity and
goodness. _______
5.Voluntariness refers to the ability of a person to act out of his or her own free will and
self determination._______
 put a check if the freedom was used properly
Depends on you if need to explain

1.The man in the road fell while using a bike for transportation. And I helped him.
Explain why if the use of freedom was responsible

2. It was summer break there is a lot of time and I become careless about my decision
wanting short term happiness eating all the junk food and waste my time scrolling
through my phone and avoided my plains to read books and eat healthy.
Explain why if the use of freedom was responsible
PUT A CHECK (/) IF THE USE OF FREEDOM WAS RESPONSIBLE PUT AN X IF THE
FREEDOM WAS USED MORALLY WRONG
PUT A CHECK (/) IF THE USE OF FREEDOM WAS RESPONSIBLE
PUT AN X IF THE FREEDOM WAS USED MORALLY WRONG
PUT A CHECK (/) IF THE USE OF FREEDOM WAS RESPONSIBLE
PUT AN X IF THE FREEDOM WAS USED MORALLY WRONG
PUT A CHECK (/) IF THE USE OF FREEDOM WAS RESPONSIBLE
PUT AN X IF THE FREEDOM WAS USED MORALLY WRONG
 PUT A CHECK (/) IF THE USE OF FREEDOM WAS RESPONSIBLE PUT
AN X IF THE FREEDOM WAS USED MORALLY WRONG

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 Quiz
Determine whether the following statements are true or false

1.)There are three kinds of freedom. Physical freedom refers to the absence of
physical restraint. Psychological freedom is the freedom of choice. Moral
freedom refers to the responsible use of freedom which upholds human dignity
and goodness

2.)Freedom should be exercised in a responsible and beneficial manner

Individuals must exercise control over their actions and recognize reasonable
limits to their freedom.

3.)Freedom is also understood to be the power to create and define oneself. It

is also rooted in the person's self-determination and the exercise of intellect
and Free will.
4.)Freedom is also understood to be the power to create and define oneself. It is also
rooted in the person's self-determination and the exercise of intellect and Free will.

5.)Freedom should also be exercised with regard for knowledge and truth, and each
choice or action must be made after careful thought and reflection. Finally, it is our
responsibility as persons to uphold not only our individual freedoms, but also the
freedom of others.

6.)Freedom is not an intrinsic and essential part of the human

person
7.)Human freedom should be exercised with control
and a recognition of reasonable limits.
8.)we don’t need to think Freedom in a
Responsible and Beneficial Manner?

9.)we should also recognize an uphold not only our

individual freedom but also the freedom of others

10.)Freedom should also be exercised with regard for

knowledge and truth.