👉 In philosophy, an existentialist is a philosophical school that holds that individuals have freedom and agency to determine their own existence. This concept emphasizes individual responsibility for one's actions, emphasizing the importance of personal choice and self-direction over societal or divine determinations. The term "existentialist" refers to those who reject traditional moral and ethical norms, often associated with religious beliefs and social structures, which are seen as imposing a predetermined destiny on individuals. Existentialists advocate for a free will that allows individuals
