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Friday Ethics Class #2, 8-10am
Tara looks excited, as students trickle in, bouncing slightly on the balls of her feet.
"Okay, we've got a lot to get through today. Two announcements to start:
First, Teacher's Assistants have been chosen. I have a carrot - Major K! - and a stick - Angelus. If you're having trouble grasping a concept, talk to Major K!. He'll guide you through the thinking. If you think you've got a hold on it, talk to Angelus. He'll challenge your thinking, give you the opportunity to clarify your position.
Second, and related to the latter - this class is not an easy A. At some point in this course you will find yourself challenged and confronted. For many of you, that will be today. If you walk out of this classroom before class is over, and without checking it with me, I may be understandably upset. However, I recognise that if you get angry or upset, you may need some time alone, or away from the group. To that end, I present to you theEmo Closet Time Out Room." She walks to the back of the classroom and opens the door to what previously was a supply cabinet. Inside is what looks very much like a white padded room. "This room is soundproofed. You can cry, scream and punch things all you want, and I will not penalise you for leaving the class or the discussion. Major K! or I will come to check on anyone who goes to the Emo Closet Time Out Room, in case you need help or support. Feel free to tell us to leave you alone.
Now, we've got our first debate to hear, a discussion topic to... um, discuss, and your first out of class assignment.Which you are going to kill, or at least seriously maim, me for giving you.
"Okay, we've got a lot to get through today. Two announcements to start:
First, Teacher's Assistants have been chosen. I have a carrot - Major K! - and a stick - Angelus. If you're having trouble grasping a concept, talk to Major K!. He'll guide you through the thinking. If you think you've got a hold on it, talk to Angelus. He'll challenge your thinking, give you the opportunity to clarify your position.
Second, and related to the latter - this class is not an easy A. At some point in this course you will find yourself challenged and confronted. For many of you, that will be today. If you walk out of this classroom before class is over, and without checking it with me, I may be understandably upset. However, I recognise that if you get angry or upset, you may need some time alone, or away from the group. To that end, I present to you the
Now, we've got our first debate to hear, a discussion topic to... um, discuss, and your first out of class assignment.
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"What can I irrevocably call mine?
My body. No one can force me to do anything with my body that I do not allow or choose to do first. Actually, that statement's not true, as I have learned since coming here. Someone can take control of your body. They can make your body do things you hate or hurt those you love." Phoebe swallows and avoids looking at anyone.
"My soul. My soul belongs to me and whatever exists byond death that leads and guides us.
My mind. No one can force me to think in a manner that I do not wish to. I and I alone control my thoughts. They may take over my body but my thoughts and feelings are still my own.
None of these can ever be taken away from me save by death. Even then it would be impossible for someone to take my soul or my mind from me in that case.
I own my soul, but not my heart? It's no longer mine. Someone has been given that part of me to treasure."
Phoebe looks back down to the notes she's been taking.
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