Tutelage by Gray Moore

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I absolutely loved this selection of reading. Kant’s metaphor of teaching the cattle how not to stray I think has a great similarity to how we act as children in our parents’ household. He speaks of a man trying to carry out tutelage which is possibly one of the most difficult things in Kant’s eyes, but I actually bed to differ. Seeing as how I have been independent for the majority of my life, living with tutelage is the norm for me. I have never been very keen on making decision based of the direction of  another man nor have I ever been uncourageous enough to not use my own reason. While I understand that normal people might struggle with this, I seem to be quite the oddball. Ultimately, my question to you, nerd herd, is do you find tutelage to be difficult or easy to carry out in your life?

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Addison Zanda said…
As I stated in my blog... for me it was hard, but I let it be hard. Choosing to take the 8 months off of school had to be the hardest and a great life lesson. Realizing that we all need guidance no matter the circumstance is the best feeling ever!
August 26, 2019 at 11:49 AM
Cade Wood said…
It is really respectable and almost impressive to see that you have been living with tutelage for the majority of your life. In my case my parents have played a big role in things such as financial decisions throughout my life. So it is always impressive to see when other people have basically "adulted" for most of their lives.
August 26, 2019 at 3:29 PM
Caroline Tucker said…
Reading your blog post and answering your question makes me wonder if I am as independent as I think I am. I would like to think that I can make great decisions on my own. But I love talking through my decisions with someone, and that conversation influences my decision. Of course, that someone is a person I trust completely. I’m not going to let some random person tell me “ you should do this and don’t do that.”Nor will I let some trend or movement decide my beliefs or morals.
August 26, 2019 at 6:39 PM
Hannah Schofield said…
This is delightfully short and to the point, to which I will tip my imaginary hat to you for. After reading your post, I not only admire your strength, but I also resonate with you. It seems easier to avoid the entrapment of tutelage when life hasn't been an easy road to travel. You learn quick to stand your ground and plow through the hardest of decisions. Great blog, G!
August 26, 2019 at 9:29 PM
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