We live in an age which prizes freedom, but what does that word mean to each of us personally? Rufus Angel (Year 12) asked members of the College community: what is freedom to you?
One of the first things I noticed about Britain was its deep tradition of freedom, which all of us enjoy in our own individual way. It has been hard-earned and sup- ported by some, so it can be enjoyed by all. I love how it neither has one single meaning, nor is it tangible, and I love how you can enjoy freedom on your own terms while respecting others doing the same– in the Lord George workroom, bowling to a friend in the Alleyn Park nets, or digging in to a plate of fish and chips at 13:31 in the Christison Hall. As a board- er, Dulwich College is my home. This College is, and always will be, a wonderful place to enjoy freedom. Nick Black, Year 12 To me, freedom is not being dependent on anything, such as a person, or a job, or a timetable which forces you to do things at a certain time. This is of course not usually possible, because all of us need a job and time to earn money and to live the way that we want to live. Suren Grigoryan, Year 12 Freedom means owning my own time. I consider myself to be free if my actions and decisions are the result of my priorities. If my priorities change and I am able to then make real changes in my life then I feel free. Mrs Lees
To me, freedom is the ability to express your individ- uality and make choices without undue constraints. It’s the ability to live authentically, and without coer- cion, in order to fulfil one’s dreams for a happy life. However, with freedom comes the responsibility of helping others to have the opportunity to make their own choices. Miss Boycott To determine what freedom is I would ask whether you are in control or able to freely make your own choices through the behaviour you exhibit. There are many arguments which suggest that our behaviour is hugely influenced by forces beyond our conscious control, such as our genes, so ascertaining what freedom ac- tually is becomes more and more difficult the further you look into it. Dan Brown, Year 12
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Freedom means I can do whatever I want and I don’t have to listen to grown-ups. Arthur, aged 6
I am free when I run away from Mummy and also when I can have cakes and sweets for breakfast. Actu- ally, for all my meals. Teddy, aged 4
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