self-direction
Example Sentences
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The question implies that their “intent” is self-direction, which we would respect, but ignorance of the current best information hurts others—and license to hurt others is not allowed.
From Slate • Mar. 19, 2020
They found that having a quiet ego was associated with self-transcendent values-- such as universalism and benevolence-- as well as self-direction and achievement.
From Scientific American • May 26, 2018
Much the same for Aristotle, who saw freedom in rational, intelligent self-direction.
From Washington Post • Jan. 18, 2018
It implies a certain freedom, a self-direction, the faith that we know what's best for ourselves.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2014
It substitutes for self-direction the authority of the many.
From Why I am opposed to socialism by Various
