Freedom from the control, influence, support, aid, or the like, of others.
How do you lose your independence from others?
When you look at your frantic schedule, your ever expanding todo list... how much of it stems from a lack of saying no to those who rob your independence?
Even from your closest friend, how much of your independence are you giving up?
When the menu shows up at your table, are you free to choose?
A puppet is free as long as it enjoys it's strings. - Sam Harris
The prime mover of your inner life.