Locus of control describes whether you believe your outcomes are shaped by your own actions (internal) or by circumstances beyond your reach (external), and this belief profoundly affects how much effort you invest in change. Shifting toward internal locus isn't about toxic positivity—it's about accurately recognizing where you actually have leverage.
Locus of control refers to the degree to which people believe they have agency over the outcomes in their lives, with an internal locus meaning you attribute results to your own actions and an external locus meaning you attribute them to outside forces or chance. Where your locus of control sits has a significant impact on resilience, motivation, and mental health outcomes.
AI can help you examine your locus of control by surfacing the language and assumptions embedded in your thinking, challenging fatalistic narratives, and helping you distinguish between what you can and cannot influence in any given situation. Over time, these AI-guided reflections can shift your default orientation toward greater agency without dismissing the real external constraints that shape your life.
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