Volition -

Actions are not just responses to the environment but are created within the mind.

Courts often determine guilt based on whether an act was volitional, meaning the person intended to do it and had control over their actions. Volition

In classical psychology, this is the "striving" component of the mind, distinct from cognition (thinking) and affection (feeling). ⚖️ Practical & Legal Definitions Actions are not just responses to the environment

A legal and common phrase indicating a person acted by choice, without outside pressure or coercion. Volition

Acting volitionally creates a sense of personal responsibility, which is crucial for social groups and shared ethics. 🎮 Volition in Popular Culture: Disco Elysium

The vivid feeling that you are the cause of your own actions and can choose between different paths.