
Free Will

The idea that all our choices are determined by past events may seem dispiriting – but it can be emotionally liberating
Francis Merson • Recognise free will is an illusion and reap the emotional benefits | Psyche Ideas

Whether or not you have worked out your own understanding of free will, just thinking about your potential lack of agency can be an exercise in mindfulness. By observing the thoughts that run amuck your mind, and contemplating the subconscious factors that govern your waking consciousness, you allow awareness to take the wheel — rather than delusio... See more