What is External Locus of Control? Unpacked Glossary

What is External Locus of Control? ⛓️ Learn about this critical concept in psychology that determines where you place the control over your life.

External Locus of Control describes the belief that life outcomes are largely determined by external forces beyond one's own influence, such as fate, luck, or the actions of others. This contrasts sharply with an internal locus of control, where outcomes are attributed to personal effort and decisions.

In this episode of the Unpacked Glossary, we explain:
The Definition and core difference between internal and external loci.
A Generic Example showing how this bias influences behavior after a common failure (e.g., blaming bias instead of lack of effort).
Why a strong External Locus of Control can lead to learned helplessness, reduced motivation, and an unwillingness to take responsibility or make necessary changes.

This video is an essential tool for sharpening your critical thinking and media literacy.

Key Topics
#ExternalLocusOfControl, #LocusOfControl, #LearnedHelplessness, #PersonalAgency, #PsychologyExplained, #Motivation, #CriticalThinking, #UnpackedGlossary
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