The Weight Of Autonomy

At work, many of us say we want autonomy, empowerment, and the space to make decisions.

But the moment that space comes with real ownership, we hesitate.

Now we have to choose. Prioritise. Say no. Take a call without waiting for perfect alignment.

That is when it becomes tempting to hide behind the boss, the process, the culture, or “what everyone else is doing or not doing.”

At least then, if things go wrong, we have someone else to blame.

Autonomy is not just the freedom to decide.

It is the willingness to own what follows.