External Control vs Internal Regulation - Olivia Oneid
Published on: 08/05/2026
POV you only feel in control when you’re dieting. At the surface, it looks like a discipline issue.
Mindset

POV you only feel in control when you’re dieting. At the surface, it looks like a discipline issue.

Ever caught yourself in a mental loop of negativity? We all have. That's what we call self-talk – the constant chatter in our minds playing various roles, from the inner critic to the cheerleader.

I personally don't care what you're pursuing, but you should aim to approach your goals like a professional I came across this quote from James Clear in his book "Atomic Habits," which is one of my all-time favourite books on the subject of behaviour change and creating habits.