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Loren Booda
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Which would you most prefer - free will, divine determination, self-control or fulfillment of wishes?
Office_Shredder said:Couldn't I wish for free will? How is this not the strictly superior option?
Anyone who votes for anything else simply isn't trying to game the system
Georgepowell said:what do you mean by free will?
Loren Booda said:Lisa,
I looked below the poll, and there you were!
Loren Booda said:The way I use it, free will differs from self-control (for the most part) in that the former is more inclusive and physical, while the latter is less inclusive and physiological.
The phrase "you just might get what you wish for" means that there is a possibility that your desires or wishes will come true. It implies that sometimes, our wishes or hopes may actually be granted.
Yes, there is some truth to the saying "be careful what you wish for". This phrase is often used as a warning that our wishes may not always turn out as we expect them to. It reminds us to think carefully about our desires and their potential consequences.
In a literal sense, no, wishing for something cannot make it come true. However, having a strong desire or wish for something can motivate us to take action towards achieving it, increasing the likelihood of it becoming a reality.
There are many factors that can influence whether or not your wishes come true. Some of these include your level of determination and effort towards achieving your wish, external circumstances, and the support and resources available to you.
Yes, there can be risks or downsides to getting what you wish for. Sometimes, our wishes may not align with our true values or may not bring us the happiness we thought they would. Additionally, achieving our wishes may also come with unexpected challenges or sacrifices.