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Locus of Control: The Surprising Factor Shaping Your Drive and Determination

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Okay, so you’ve set your goals and you’re all amped up to crush them. At first, you’re on fire, making big moves and feeling unstoppable. But as time goes on, that initial surge of motivation starts to wane. Suddenly, procrastinating and making excuses seems a whole lot easier than putting in the work. Believe me, I’ve been in that slump more times than I care to admit.

But there’s a powerful concept that can help you push through those motivation dips and stay on track for the long haul. It’s called the Locus Rule, and it’s all about understanding how your beliefs about control shape your drive and determination.

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Why We Need to Stop Seeking External Validation

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So you know that feeling when you post something on social media and you’re constantly checking how many likes or comments it gets? Or when you do something you think is awesome but no one else seems to notice or care?

Yeah, I’ve been there. In fact, if I’m being real with you, I’m still there a lot of the time. Craving that external validation, feeling like what I’m doing doesn’t really matter unless other people acknowledge it.

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The Field Guide to Modern NBA Point Guards – The Ringer

16 Fascinating Photos You Must See – Ned Hardy

The Latest Online Culture War Is Humans vs. Algorithms – Wired

If you are trying to lose weight, get a food scale. Using a food scale put into perspective how much food you are realling eating. As soon as you understand how much stuff is calorie-wise, the weight will start to fall off – Amazon

Even as He Faces Prison Time, Binance’s Founder Plans a Comeback – NY Times

How to make conversations with aging parents a little less awkward – CBC

Dude wrecks $3.5 Million McLaren after trying to show off – Street People

New York’s Rich Get Creative to Flee State Taxes. Auditors Are On to Them – Bloomberg

Mammograms should start at age 40, new guidelines recommend – NPR

Trivia Question of the Day – Ned Hardy

A sleek, sturdy and adjustable cellphone stand to keep you phone at a proper viewing angle on your desk – Amazon

After decades of inaction, states are finally stepping up on housing – VOX

ByteDance Says It Won’t Sell U.S. TikTok – WSJ

7 Behaviors That Make You Look Creepy (According to 8,000 Women) – Wing Girl Method

How to Comfort the Grieving Without Saying “Sorry for Your Loss” – Tiny Buddha

Five farmers rally to save ‘world’s loneliest sheep’ who spent 2 years stranded by herself – Upworthy

The 50 Best Bars in North America – Bon Appetit

Lucid Air Sapphire Beats The Piss Out Of Tesla Model S Plaid In Drag Race – Jalopnik

How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” During an Interview – Ladders

“I feel behind on my retirement savings?”

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I’m 33M. I currently have $31k in my Roth IRA. I’m a graduate student, and I don’t have an option for a 401(k) plan currently. I sold my motorcycle recently, and that enabled me to max out my 2023 Roth IRA contributions plus put another $1,300 towards 2024. Part of me feels like I’m doing okay, but due to the ever-increasing cost of housing, food, insurance, and transportation, a big part me feels like I’ll never be able to save enough to retire. At 7% interest, if I max out my Roth IRA every year until I’m 65, I’ll have just over $1M in retirement savings. I know that sounds like a lot, but after inflation, kids/family, and COL increases, I don’t know if that’s going to be enough. I just feel like I’m running out of time.

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“I’m not physically attracted to my wife and have never been. Married 6 years.”

I married someone who embodied qualities I had not found in anyone else before. She has a huge heart and is extremely clever. Unfortunately, I don’t find her physically attractive which has put a strain on our marriage since the beginning. My previous ex I went after solely because of her appearance and that was about the best thing I could say about her.

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“My bestfriend cheated on her boyfriend. Should I tell him?”

This girl is my (f23) best friend since we were kids. I’ve spent 10+ years being her friend but I can tell you she’s not a nice person. She has never been true to anyone in her life.

She cheated on her wonderful boyfriend with her toxic ex while they were living together and were committed to each other. She told me blushing and asked me to keep it a secret. It’s been 2 years since I’ve known and it eats me to hide it from that genuinely nice man.

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An AI startup made a hyperrealistic deepfake of me that’s so good it’s scary – MIT Technology

15 Problems Faced By People Living In First World Countries – Ned Hardy

This book could actually save your life one day. It’s about learning to trust your instincts and intuition – Amazon

People In Asia Are Sick Of Western ‘Begpackers’ Asking Locals To Fund Their Travels For Them (29 Pics) – Bored Panda

The Happiness Trinity: Why it’s so hard to answer the question What makes us happiest? – The Atlantic

How to Get Free Kindle Books With Your Library Card – Wired

Why You Should Read a Home’s Permit History Before You Buy It – Life Hacker

Did You Know These 12 Richest Towns in America? – Nerdable

The World’s Top Media Franchises by All-Time Revenue – Visual Capitalist

A Cleveland Uber driver who made $109,000 in 2023 but only took home $17,000 shares the 3 reasons he can’t quit ride-hailing – Business Insider

There Are Some Things You Just Can’t Argue With – Ned Hardy

This is a great supplement for your dog if they are experiencing an upset stomach, loose stools or any other digestive issues – Amazon

10 Worst Big Budget Films – Linkiest

Tesla Reaches Deals in China on Self-Driving Cars – DNYUZ

Russia Clones Wikipedia, Censors It, Bans Original – 404 Media

3 women contracted HIV after getting ‘vampire facials’ at an unlicensed medical spa – Insider

Ranking 15 Famous Old Hollywood Actresses from 1920 to 1960 – SNIP Daily

How to Distinguish Between Wants and Needs – Becoming Minimalist

Where You Get Your Sense of Self-Worth – Zen Habits

I Spent 6 Days in Mexico City and This Is What It Cost – Thrillist

Got brothers or sisters? Warm sibling bonds help boost happiness as you age – NPR

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