Agency

In "Agency," renowned psychologist Martin Seligman explores the essential psychological state of agency—comprising efficacy, optimism, and imagination—as a crucial driver of human progress throughout history. Analyzing pivotal eras and events, from ancient Greece to contemporary discussions of AI, he reveals how fluctuations in agency impact societal innovation and decline. Seligman argues that understanding and harnessing this power can not only illuminate our past but also guide us toward a more flourishing future.