Autonomy

Note

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Definition

To have autonomy
- To be autonomous
To have self-sufficiency
To have a sense of control over what happens in one's life
To be a causal agent in one's life

Effects

Autonomy has notable effects on one's brain in relation to flourishing.

(This section is incomplete and requires an Effects table for a full breakdown of the effects of this fundamental of flourishing. If you'd like to help out, please volunteer.)

Measuring

Subjective measures include the following self-assessment questions:

Overall, I feel I have autonomy in life.
I have been autonomous in my work and daily activities.
I have been feeling self-sufficient in my life.
I have had a sense of control over what is happening in my life.
I have been a causal agent in my life.
I have been feeling a strong sense of agency in my life.
I have not been feeling as though my life is out of my control.

Tracking

Try to measure your autonomy weekly or at least monthly.

// Use the Fostering Flourishing tool (not made yet)

Ideals

Ideally every human should

Have a strong sense of autonomy and control over what happens in life
Be self-sufficient
Be a causal agent in life
Understand personal potential for autonomy
Track autonomy weekly and/or monthly
Set weekly and/or monthly goals based on personal potential

Resources

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