prohairesis

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Although the term prohairesis is only barely attested in surviving accounts of early Stoic philosophy, there is some evidence to suggest that it did play a significant role; see Graver

Epictetus Graver, Margaret 2008
An argument has sometimes been made for Aristotelian influence, primarily because Epictetus 'favored term prohairesis

Epictetus Graver, Margaret 2008
In studying his usage it is helpful to remember that his favored term prohairesis refers more often to the capacity for choice than it does to particular acts of choosing.

Epictetus Graver, Margaret 2008
Thesis (i) is false for the simple reason that the aim of rhetorical persuasion is a certain judgment (krisis), not an action or practical decision (prohairesis).

Aristotle's Rhetoric Rapp, Christof 2002
Epictetus 'chief concerns are with integrity, self-management, and personal freedom, which he advocates by demanding of his students a thorough examination of two central ideas, the capacity he terms ˜volition™ (prohairesis) and the correct use of impressions (chrÄ“sis tÅn phantasiÅn).

Epictetus Graver, Margaret 2008