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The History of Freedom w/Lea Ypi: Why Does It Matter?

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

Contemplating Freedom: A Personal Journey

The chapter explores the speaker's personal reflections on witnessing a protest for freedom in Albania, contrasting childhood perceptions of freedom under a communist regime with the sudden fear experienced during the protest. It delves into the complexities of understanding freedom, from writing a poem titled 'freedom' as a child to grappling with philosophical interpretations as they mature. The narrative navigates the speaker's evolving understanding of freedom, societal constraints, and the innate human desire for control and autonomy.

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