To me, people with internal locus of control are happier because they can exert control over their lives using their own internal criterion. External causes do not regulate their lives.
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Individuals with an internal locus of control tend to have better health outcomes compared to those with an external locus of control. This is because they are more likely to take responsibility for their health behaviors and outcomes, while those with an external locus of control may feel less in control and therefore less likely to engage in healthy behaviors.
Locus of Control refers to the extent to which individuals believe that they can control events that affect them. Individuals with a high internal locus of control believe that events result primarily from their own behavior and actions. Those with a high external locus of control believe that powerful others, fate, or chance primarily determine events. Those with a high internal locus of control have better control of their behavior and tend to exhibit more political behaviors than externals and are more likely to attempt to influence other people; they are more likely to assume that their efforts will be successful. They are more active in seeking information and knowledge concerning their situation than do externals. The propensity to engage in political behavior is stronger for individuals who have a high internal locus of control than for those who have a high external locus of control.
Julian Rotter uses the term "internal locus of control" to describe people who believe they can influence their reinforcements through their own skills and abilities.
In terms of the black box analysis, people and other organisms' behavior and learning are seen as responses to external stimuli without needing to understand the internal processes of the organism. The focus is on observing how stimuli elicit certain responses or behaviors without delving into the internal mechanisms of perception or cognition.
Internal influences of motivation include personal goals, values, beliefs, and mindset. External influences can be factors like incentives, rewards, recognition, and feedback from others. Both internal and external factors can play a role in driving an individual's motivation level.
External personality refers to the traits, behaviors, and characteristics that are observable by others in a person's interaction with the outside world. It includes how individuals present themselves, their communication style, and their social skills. External personality can influence how a person is perceived by others and how they navigate social situations.