Explanation: Gosh, this is an individual's interpretation, really, but I'll give you my take on it. Free thinking is essential to a lifestyle that relies on communication, socializing, and even work. In my opinion, we do not truly have freedom of thought, as we do get influenced by others via peer pressure, ads, television shows, even social media posts from celebrities and the news. We have controlled thinking somewhat, but all in all, you have most of a say in what you think.