I turn to autonomy that is full, and just watch the family. I really only intervene when they step too out of bounds with my idea for this story. Autonomy works fine for me, if I first play while the ...
I've tried full autonomy and couldn't stand it. lol. I'm content to leave other Sims in a household to take care of themselves, but I have to control MY Sim. I get so annoyed if they wander off and do something when I want them to do something else.