Studies have proven scientifically that the belief in the power for an individual to have control over their own life, has benefitted one’s mental and physical health.
The adolescents felt more empowered in their health when they had an internal locus of control and would be a great focus for a similar study in the future. The individuals who believed that life happened by chance had higher reportings of depression and even to the point of suicidal thoughts.
Write out your goals
Short-term & long-term goals. Actually write them so you can visualize the goals. I like using a planning/ scheduling app or using a journal/planner.
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Think of what accomplishing those goals will do for you!
You can pay off your house, have more energy to play with your kids, leave that job you hate, finish that degree, etc.
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Out of sight, out of mind. I keep my goals in my view.
For example, my computer screen has a list of all the major accomplishments I hope for. Such as finishing my degree this year, getting my Ph.D., etc.
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Research the potential your goal could take you to.
To keep me motivated in my school work, I like to look up salaries or job postings for a psychologist. Next, I envision how sacrificing a few years could lead to 10x the amount of years of a higher salary and freedom I am aiming for.
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Hit unfollow.
Unfollow all of the people on your social media that don’t inspire you to be a better person or get closer to your goals. If they are ahead of you, but make you feel inferior or less than. Then unfollow them!
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