Responsibility of Freedom

SECOND QUARTER

WEEK 2

Responsibility in Freedom

Responsibility in Freedom

-Freedom makes us responsible for our actions.
-Hence every act directly willed by a person is
imputable (charged) to him/her.
-how we use our freedom determines if we will
grow in holiness or if we will sin.

- However, responsibility for an action may be
decreased or even nullified by factors that affect the
judgment of an individual such as ignorance,

-Coercion (using force or threat)
-Fear
-Habit
-inordinate attachments and other psychological
or social factors. (CCC 1375)

-If we exercise our freedom
responsibly we become more human
and God-like.
- “Freedom shape our lives.” CCC 1731

-Responsible application of Freedom
must be exercised in all kinds of
relationships. All owe to each other
this duty of respect. (CCC 1738)

Golden Rule:

“Do unto others
what you would
like others to do
unto you.”

Matthew 7:12

“Do not do unto
others what you
would not like
others to do unto
you.”

Confucius

Limitation of Freedom

Human Freedom is not absolute.

-It does not allow us to say or do just
what we want.
-Freedom does not give us the license or
permission to do evil.

Limitation of Freedom

When we do what we want
against God’s Law, our own good
or the rights of others, evil results.

When evil is chosen, we become a slave of sin.

What are the limits

of Freedom?

Multiple Choice

This limitation refers to the constraints on an individual's freedom caused by their physical abilities or disabilities.

• Physical capacity

• Intellectual makeup

• Freedom of others

• Lack of talent

Multiple Choice

This limitation pertains to an individual's intellectual or cognitive abilities and limitations. It encompasses factors such as education, knowledge, skills, and mental health.

• Physical capacity

• Intellectual makeup

• Freedom of others

• Lack of talent

Multiple Choice

This limitation arises from the need to balance an individual's freedoms with the rights and freedoms of others. It recognizes that one person's exercise of freedom should not infringe upon or harm the rights and well-being of others.

• Freedom of others

• Physical capacity

• Lack of talent

• Intellectual makeup

Limits of Freedom

1. Physical Capacity
2. Intellectual Makeup
3. Freedom of others

Limits of Freedom (Physical Capacity)

This limitation refers to the constraints on an individual's freedom caused by their physical abilities or disabilities.

For example, a person with a physical disability might be restricted in their freedom to engage in certain activities, access certain spaces, or perform specific tasks.

Physical capacity limitations can include mobility issues, health conditions, or physical impairments that affect an individual's ability to fully exercise their rights and freedoms.

Limits of Freedom (Physical Capacity)

Not everybody can be as beautiful
as the others.

Not everybody can be a runner or a
basketball player.

Limits of Freedom (Physical Capacity)

Limits of Freedom (Intellectual Makeup)

This limitation pertains to an individual's intellectual or cognitive abilities and limitations.

It encompasses factors such as education, knowledge, skills, and mental health.

For instance, someone with limited access to education may face restrictions in their understanding of certain concepts or their capacity to make informed decisions.

Limits of Freedom (Intellectual Makeup)

Not everybody can become a scientist, but
we can use our intelligence to be good at
something we are very interested in.

Limits of Freedom (Freedom of others)

It recognizes that one person's exercise of freedom should not violate or harm the rights and well-being of others.

This concept is often encapsulated in phrases like "your freedom ends where mine begins" and is fundamental to the concept of social order and harmonious coexistence.

It means that while individuals enjoy certain freedoms, there are limits to those freedoms to ensure the respect and protection of the rights and freedoms of others.

Limits of Freedom
(Freedom of others)

We cannot just play loud music because
our neighbor also has the freedom to
have peace and quiet.

Multiple Choice

Sarah loves swimming, but she has a severe fear of water due to a traumatic incident. What limitation of freedom is Sarah facing?

• Physical capacity

• Intellectual makeup

• Freedom of others

Multiple Choice

John is an elderly person who can't walk long distances. He wishes to explore a nature trail, but it's not wheelchair-accessible. What limitation of freedom does this scenario illustrate?

• Physical capacity

• Intellectual makeup

• Freedom of others

Multiple Choice

John wants to read a complex legal document but struggles with comprehension due to his limited knowledge of legal terminology. What limitation of freedom is John facing?

• Physical capacity

• Freedom of others

• Intellectual makeup

Multiple Choice

Michael wants to engage in a meaningful discussion about literature, but he has difficulty reading and understanding complex texts. What limitation of freedom is Michael experiencing?

• Intellectual makeup

• Physical capacity

• Freedom of others

Multiple Choice

In a crowded movie theater, Mark loudly talks on his phone during the film, disturbing others' enjoyment. What limitation of freedom is Mark encountering?

• Intellectual makeup

• Freedom of others

• Physical capacity

Multiple Choice

A group of people is peacefully protesting in a public park, but their presence disrupts a planned wedding event nearby. What limitation of freedom is illustrated in this scenario?

• Physical capacity

• Freedom of others

• Intellectual makeup

FREEDOM

Follow God
Responsibility treating others
Equally freedom is living
Excellent lives

St. John Paul II

Authentic Freedom in Christ as having
the right to do what we ought.

Activity 3: My Life Map
(Scaffold 1)

A life map is a

visual time line and
it traces highlighted

moments in your

life.

Instructions:
1. Create your own life map starting from
the moment you start studying at St. Joseph
School- La Salle.
2. Start your life map with your significant
experiences (happy, meaningful, or inspiring
moments of your life) starting when you
were in Grade 7.

Instructions:

3. Record minimum three significant dates or events in
your life wherein you exercised Christian Conscience
and Responsible Freedom (highlight one or two
significant moment of your life from Grade 7 to 9).
4. Draw each event to help you remember it and label
it by year.
5. End your life map with the present day (any day of
this year 2021) and be able to explain your work in not
less than three sentences.

Activity 4: Mind Experience

“Freedom is the right to live as we wish” (Epictetus). In
the light of this saying, write down what is asked in
each table.

Five (5) things I want to do that I

am free to do

Five (5) things I want to do but

cannot do

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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2.
3.
4.
5.