Although I initially structured an argument against the notion of carefree idleness when I started writing on this blog, my continuous contemplation on the matter has now led me to what can better be described as a 'middle ground' as Helen has mentioned in her latest post. As such, now that I am approximately half way through planning my contribution to next weeks presentation, I cannot promise my argument will focus on the 'against idleness' part of the debate. I have always felt that work that is true and believed carries better than that which is faked and has no passion. Thus, my initial enquiries into the possible nature of idleness as a virtue have become somewhat more complex than my initial assumption recorded here - that of 'be idle if you wish but recognise the consequences'. That conclusion, heavily influenced by Sartre's thought, is often my initial point of reflection on any given topic. I have often found it a useful starting point for contemplation. However, upon further contemplation I usually recognize the fact that Sartre's notion of freedom, although useful in helping me deconstruct initially troublesome issues, often needs much further elaboration, influence and insight for me to continue in a purposeful direction. This is not condemning Sartre's notion of freedom as a philosophy, far from it. Indeed, I think that his philosophy is often not given the fair examination, free of common sense infiltration, that it (and indeed all) philosophies deserve.
I expect to finalize my presentation plan in the near future and if this is the case I feel that posting that here so that the rest of the group can view and comment on it is a worthy exercise. To post my current half evolved ideas would be a mismanagement of time and with slightly more contemplation I feel that I will be in a much better position to voice my opinion.
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