The self-attained thought that occurs upon watching an action film and believing that you could emulate them lead character.
The films in question are ones in which one protagonist is going solo against the rest of the world (eg. The Bourne Trilogy, Shooter, Taken) whether that be the government, the law or the given enemy.
Effects can be long lasting.
Your friend: Man, you should not be getting in this deep.
You: Don't worry, I know how to run from the police.
Your friend: No you don't, you've just got wishful agentism.