Locus of Control
Locus of Control
Locus of control is the belief about whether outcomes in life come from your own efforts (internal) or from luck and outside circumstances (external).
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Locus of control refers to your belief about where the causes of events in your life come from.
An internal locus of control means believing 'if I put in the effort, the outcome will change,' while an external locus of control means believing 'luck or circumstances determine what happens.'
Having a stronger internal locus of control tends to lead to more proactive behavior. Mindy often encourages a mindset of 'let me focus on the parts I can actually change' — and that shift in perspective can make a real difference.
💡 Real-Life Example
Passing an exam and thinking 'I passed because I worked hard' (internal) versus 'I passed because I got lucky' (external) — that difference reflects your locus of control.
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This content is for educational purposes and does not replace professional medical diagnosis.