Example of autonomy vs heteronomy?

Autonomy: A person decides to quit their job and start their own business because they want to be their own boss and have control over their work schedule and decisions.

Heteronomy: A person stays in a job they dislike because their parents expect them to have a stable career and provide financial support. They feel obligated to follow their parents' wishes rather than pursuing their own desires.

Autonomy:

- Making decisions independently
- Acting according to one's own values and beliefs
- Taking responsibility for one's actions

Example:

- A child who decides what to wear to school without consulting their parents.

Heteronomy:

- Relying on external authority for guidance
- Following rules and expectations without questioning them
- Being controlled by others

Example:

- A student who only studies what is required by the teacher, without pursuing their own interests.