Take Your Pick--Agency or Autonomy?
The Theology Pugcast
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The Illusion of Autonomy
This chapter investigates the delicate balance between agency and autonomy in the context of personal choices and societal expectations. Through anecdotes from the speaker's experience as a landlord, it highlights the responsibilities that come with true agency, contrasting this with the superficial freedoms of trend-following. By critiquing contemporary notions of individuality and the risks of absolute autonomy, the chapter underscores the importance of connections to culture and family in shaping a resilient self-identity.
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