oh that's fair, however, not having free will does not mean one does not have will at all. We re still motivated by our constitution as persons and animals, we will choose to despair or not, just that decision won't be ex nihilo. In a way it s rather comforting, like deciding to "sit back and enjoy the ride" .

How is choosing to despair or not, not a confirmation of our free will? *I guess you're saying the "choice" is a product of things beyond our control, so our will is determined / not chosen. Confusing way to say it, but if that's what you meant, nevermind.

ignore--Future behavior will absolutely a product of mindset (despair or not).--