Quote by Robert A. Heinlein

I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do. I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do.

I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible

Summary

This quote captures the essence of personal freedom and moral responsibility. It expresses the belief that true freedom lies in recognizing one's own moral agency and taking full responsibility for one's actions. Regardless of external rules and regulations, true freedom comes from within, as one has the choice to either tolerate or challenge societal norms based on their own judgment. It emphasizes the importance of personal autonomy and moral accountability in determining one's actions and shaping their own life. By acknowledging individual moral responsibility, one can experience a sense of liberation and autonomy.

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By Robert A. Heinlein

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