self-direction

Definitions

The ability to make one's own choices and manage one's own actions without external control.

The process of guiding or directing oneself toward a specific goal or purpose.

Examples

The educational program encourages self-direction by allowing students to choose their own research topics.

Success in a remote work environment often requires a high level of self-direction and personal discipline.

Synonyms

autonomy self-reliance independence self-governance self-determination initiative self-management

Antonyms

dependence subservience conformity passivity submissiveness external control helplessness