SunStar + June 10, 2021 Freedom can mean different things to different people as it can apply to various aspects of life. But for most, it’s being able to live however you want, make your own choices and embracing your beliefs and values. In anticipation of the Philippine Independence Day on June 12, here are some things you should free yourself from so you can gain personal independence: Everyone else’s expectations Do not let other people’s opinions control you. Society has a way of setting timelines for milestones regardless of our differing backgrounds, interests and fields of expertise. It’s time you stopped letting it consume you and comparing yours to that of others. Instead of asking what your family or friends might think of a choice you make, why not ask yourself how you feel about it?