Locus of Control is a psychological concept that assesses whether a person attributes outcomes to their own actions (internal locus of control) or external factors beyond their control (external locus of control).

In layman’s terms:

• Someone with external locus of control thinks that 💩 happens to them
• Someone with internal locus of control thinks that they make the 💩 happen

Here is a way to illustrate this:

You get the point.

Basically Locus of Control is a subset of beliefs.

These beliefs can be effective or dysfunctional.

Now the question is:

How does one goes from External to Internal Locus of Control?

The answer is - through Coaching.

Coach yourself

Challenging External Locus of Control Beliefs:

◦ How have beliefs about luck or external factors influenced your decisions and actions in the past?

◦ Can you identify instances where attributing outcomes to external factors hindered your progress or growth? |  |

| 2. Assessing Perceptions of Control:

◦ How might viewing situations as beyond your control impact your motivation to take action or make changes?

◦ Have you noticed a pattern of feeling disempowered in certain aspects of your life? What contributes to this feeling? |  |

| 3. Exploring Alternative Perspectives:

◦ What evidence contradicts the belief that external forces solely determine outcomes?

◦ Are there successful individuals you admire who achieved their goals despite facing similar challenges? |  |

| What else you don’t know? What perspective you might be missing? | |

Adopting Internal Locus of Control Beliefs:

◦ How might taking ownership of your actions and decisions empower you to influence outcomes?

◦ What changes can you make in your daily life to increase your sense of control and responsibility? |  |

| 2. Embracing Growth Mindset:

◦ How can a belief in personal growth and learning from setbacks shift your perspective?

◦ What steps can you take to view challenges as opportunities for learning and improvement? |  |

| 3. Identifying Controllable Factors:

◦ In situations where you feel limited, what aspects can you control or influence?

◦ How can setting clear goals and developing action plans enhance your sense of control over outcomes? |  |

| 4. Highlighting Past Achievements:

◦ Can you recall instances where your efforts directly contributed to a positive outcome?

◦ How did these instances showcase your ability to influence outcomes through your actions? |  |

| What beliefs can enhance your Internal Locus of Control? | |