A thought today: What does freedom mean to you in your everyday choices?
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on freedom as I’ve realised it’s one of my core values.
Freedom to choose who I am.
Freedom to decide how I spend my time.
Freedom to set my own life goals.
Freedom even to shape my career.
Freedom to write.
This is a big one!
Not everyone has these freedoms, and I am deeply grateful to live a life where these choices are available to me.
I know many people don't have a supportive writing community or even the encouragement of their loved ones. Some write in secret, too nervous or afraid to share their dreams. For years, online communities have become sanctuaries for writers who feel isolated in their dreams.
But when you start to view freedom this way, it becomes clear that it isn’t always about big, life-changing decisions. Often, freedom is found in the small, everyday choices we make.
The freedom to decide what’s for dinner.
The freedom to choose when to go to bed.
When to wake up and write.
Or even when to write before heading off to bed!
The freedom to even gain the education and tools needed to write.
When I think about it this way, I feel so fortunate.
These little moments might seem insignificant, but they’re meaningful.
And they add up.
I used to think freedom was this grand, sweeping concept—doing whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted, without having to answer to anyone else. (Typical childhood thoughts, right?) But as I’ve grown up, I’ve realised how unrealistic (and overwhelming) that notion is.
True freedom, I think, lies in recognising and appreciating the small choices that shape our days.
So, I’ll ask again:
What does freedom mean to you in your everyday life?
As we near the end of the year, let’s remember to take care of ourselves, cherish our routines, and celebrate the freedoms we have, however small they may seem.
