Definition
Agency refers to an agent’s internal capacity and willingness to initiate intentional action and take responsibility for outcomes.
Why It Matters
The sense of agency is the primary driver of human motivation. When individuals feel they have no agency, they fall into “learned helplessness,” leading to the collapse of productivity and mental well-being.
Core Concepts
- Sense of Agency: The subjective awareness that one is initiating, executing, and controlling one’s own actions.
- Internal Drive: Focusing on the capacity to act rather than external limitations.
- Agentic Mindset: Refusing to accept default constraints and proactively seeking pathways to goals.