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CONSEQUENCES
Decisions, Decisions, Decisions. In life we all face decisions that may bring consequences. Some consequences can be major, or even mild. A major consequence can be as terrible is death or even jail, and a mild consequence can be as little as saying sorry. A consequence can also be called an unpleasant result or something that logically or naturally follows from an action or condition. So remember when you are making a decision, think to yourself if there will be a consequence involved that can change your life.
He lives by his wiles as well as his courage. He is an intellectual. Often he openly evaluates a situation, demonstrating the logic he employs in making his choices. When it proves effective, Odysseus lies to his own family, cheats, steals, in ways that we would not expect from an epic hero. Although he is self disciplined, his courtesy is sometimes the root of his trouble.
He is willing to pay a price for knowledge, for example: he insists on hearing sirens call, even though he must have himself excruciatingly strapped to the mast of his ship so that he cannot give in to the temptation. Teresa’s decision of going in the kayak by herself can bring great consequences. If she ever drowns, there would be nobody by her side to save her, and if doesn’t have a phone then nobody could come help her, unless she screams for help. Since she goes far, her parents might not be able to hear her. Also her disability could bring dangers, including falling out, or if the waves get big for the boat to fall over. Teresa’s parents should be aware of the consequences that could happen along with her decision and her parents should always help her be prepared and be aware.
Brutus and his inconsistent behavior and actions lead to his death, and brought many consequences. When he knows that he will be captured by Antony, Brutus does not ask anybody to kill him, but instead he asks if one of the soldiers will hold a sword for him to kill himself with. Because of his decision

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