“ May freedom be seen,

not as the right to do as

we please, but as the
opportunity to please to
do what
-Peter is right.”
Marshall
Freedom of the
Human Persons
Objectives:

discern the essence of true freedom

discuss moral responsibility and accountability in their exercise of

freedom;

realize that all actions have consequences;

evaluate the exercise of prudence in choices; and

realize that choices have consequences, and some things are given
up while others are obtained in making choices.
How do you perceive
or view freedom?

How can you say that

a person is free?
FREEDOM
Freedom is an intrinsic and essential
property of the person. This means that
the human person by nature is a free
being and that it is in his or her nature to
seek freedom. An important indication of
human freedom is the ability to make
choices and perform actions. Our freedom
to act sets us apart from other beings.
FREEDOM: A Human
Distinction

Animals act instinctively, responding

predictably to stimuli. A trained dog obeys
commands like “fetch," appearing to act
out of compulsion.

Humans, however, possess freedom. We

can choose how to respond to situations,
defying expectations and acting in ways
that animals cannot.
 Our capacity for free will allows us to
be dynamic and unpredictable. We can
choose to obey, resist, or even take
initiative, as seen in the example of
cleaning our rooms.

This freedom makes us unique and

responsible for our actions.
FREEDOM: Shaping Ourselves

Freedom is the power to become who

we want to be. We have the ability to
decide and create our own identities.

Our choices shape who we are. While

we have inherent traits, our talents,
preferences, and views are often
products of our decisions.
 Freedom allows us to imagine and
strive for our goals. We can envision a
future for ourselves and work towards
achieving it.

Self-determination is at the core of

freedom. We freely choose our actions,
and these actions define us.
 Our choices have consequences. Good
actions make us better, while bad actions
have a negative impact.

Ultimately, we are responsible for

shaping our own identities through the
choices we make.
 The Choice

Imagine this scenario: Anna drops

her books. What do you do? This
simple situation illustrates
freedom – the power to choose our
actions. We can help, ignore, or
even react negatively. Freedom is
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choosing and acting.

 Self-Control

Freedom is not just about doing

whatever we want. It's also about
self-control. Someone addicted to
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also limits our freedom.
 Respecting
Others
Freedom means respecting the freedom
of others. Slavery and imprisonment are
dehumanizing because they deny
individuals their fundamental freedom.
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in a way that respects the freedom of

others.
Can you think of any examples
from history or current events
where people's freedom has
been unjustly taken away?
The Essence of
Freedom

Freedom is a complex concept. It's

about the power to choose, the
discipline to control ourselves, and
the responsibility to act in ways that
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What are some examples of
how you’ve exercised your
freedom in you own life?
KINGS OF
FREEDOM
Physical
Freedom
Physical freedom refers to the absence of any
physical restraint. The person has the freedom of
mobility to go where he or she wants to go. He or
she is not impeded in his or her actions by any
physical force. Granted that the person has
natural limitations, physical freedom allows him or
her to act and move in a 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.
Psychological
Freedom
Psychological freedom is also called
freedom of choice. The person is free to
perform actions that he or she considers
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.
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 negates human freedom.
 Conclusion
"May freedom be seen, not as the right to do as we please,
but as the opportunity to please to do what is right." —Peter
Marshall

We've explored the different facets of freedom: physical,

psychological, and moral. We've seen how our choices shape
who we are and how our freedom is intertwined with
responsibility.
True freedom isn't just about having options; it's about
using our choices to build a better world. It's about exercising
self-control, respecting the freedom of others, and striving to
act in ways that uphold human dignity.
Thank You