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- Improvisational Acting Tips - Developing Personal Freedom and Self-Explorationif you wish to incorporate improvisational skills you must learn how to develop your own personal freedom and self-exploration. This is typically done through exercises, and its importance is vital for an actor to improv without fear.
Mouse in a Maze: Oedipus RexSophocles does far more than illustrate the fate-centered worldview embraced by the Greeks at that time: He questions the validity of the worldview itself.
Mouse in a Maze: Oedipus RexWas Sophocles questioning the validity of fate--or at least how the Greeks defined it?- Comparison of Thoughts: Jefferson and Wollstonecraft's View of Government and FreedomJefferson and Wollstonecraft each discussed directly or indirectly intellect, abiding by the rules, writing documents (their essays), and utilizing power as methods for maintaining personal freedoms while under reasonable governmental control.
- 10 Years Later, Post-9/11 Unity Hard to Come BySeptember 11th changed our political landscape in countless ways, from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to the creation of the Department of Homeland Security. Some of the events of that tragic day are less obvious, but have just as much of an impact.
- Personal Freedom Requires Personal ResponsibilityIf you want freedom, you have to accept personal responsibility for your life.
Criteria for Choosing a Country in Which to ResideA lot of people wouldn't leave home no matter what; others look for the best places to suit their temperaments and needs. Here are some criteria for making such a choice.
Laws: We Need Fewer of Them, Not MoreIn the wake of news that our politicians are considering giving domain over the internet to the federal government, I have to wonder when enough is enough. When are we going to learn that legislating every detail in life isn't the answer to our problems?- The Price of Living in a Perfect WorldAs my grandmother used to say, anything that appears to be that good is probably not free.
- Why Do People like Strictness?These are my views on being overly strict, whether socially or at the workplace.
Advancing Personal Freedom in the 1960'sThe 1960's are often seen by many as a drug-induced time period for the "hippie generation" weirdly attired. A closer look reveals the cultural shift that occured, changing the roles of women and minorities.- Time Will TellIncrease of the loss of our freedoms.
- What's Happening to Personal Freedom in This Country?When I was born, my parents were charged with teaching me the things that would help me grow into a healthy, happy person. Do I still need a parent to tell me what to do?
Personal Freedom is SovereigntyThe modern international state system moved the struggles between vassals and tributaries to the level of the individual. Similarly, people don't want to pay with tribute or service for the right of personal autonomy.
Courage to ChangeThe author shares some of the various experiences that occurred when she became a student living on campus. She reviews the benefits, downfalls, and some positive changes that took place as a result of her choice to go back into the education system.- A Rejection of EducationA personal opinion on social promotion as used in the recent past.And how education is better than legislating more laws.
- The Truth About Semi-Automatic FirearmsPolice officer demonstrates the ridiculous nature of anti-second amendment legislation against semi-automatic so-called "assault weapons."
- "The Crying of Lot 49" - Oedipa's JourneyThis article provides an analysis of the character Oedipa and her journey in the novel "The Crying of Lot 49" by Thomas Pynchon.
- Energy-Saving LightbulbsEnergy saving light bulbs are a great new way to save on your monthly electricity bill. These bulbs are a great way to save money and are becoming a more and more viable option with desirable features and benefits day by day.
- Teens and Personal Freedom: How Much is Healthy?Raising teens can require a fine balance between giving them free rein (so they can explore themselves and their world) and setting boundaries (which protects them and demonstrates that we care).