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If you think that most of what happens in your life is out of your hands, you could be said to have an external locus of control. If you believe you have the power to direct your life and set your own fate, you may have more of an internal locus of control. Find out where you land, and what it might mean.
This test is for anyone curious about their personality, or concerned about their sense of control over their life. This test is not intended to be diagnostic.
If you think this aspect of your personality is holding you back personally or professionally, you can speak to a mental health professional about ways to shift your behavior. You can find one near you in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory.
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