American psychologist Julian Rotter developed the concept of "locus of control" in the 1950s, describing it as "the degree to which a person perceives an outcome as being contingent on their own ...

"You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." -Marcus Aurelius This quote highlights the importance of focusing on what we can control—our thoughts, ...

Who controls your happiness? Who is responsible for your income? Your attitude? Each of us has a belief about how much control we have over the things we encounter in life. We each view life either as ...

What shapes your future; is it you or is it the world around you? Does random chance or the actions of powerful others decide the outcome of your life? Are we controlled by fate or can we make our own ...