Freedom and license must not be confused: freedom embraces
responsibility and is guided by reason and virtue; license is
choice without restraint. Freedom is taking responsibility for
our own life. Insofar as it is compatible with the common good,
people should be allowed to choose freely how they want to live.
Freedom, within the context of mutual respect, leads to
independent and energetic action. This is certainly preferable
to forced conformity. It is good for individuals and the
community. If I can choose to become a teacher or a doctor or an
entreprenur rather than being forced into some job, I will be
happier in my work and more likely to succeed. This certainly
benefits me, but it also benefits the community. Of course,
freedom is not an absolute: if my free action seriously violates
the common good, it should not be permitted.Freedom is a
positive force in many areas. In writing a paper for history
class, a certain independence in choosing the topic and method
aids the learning process. A coach has t