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Take back your power and celebrate National I Am In Control Day! Learn how to take control of every aspect of your life and start living your best life!
Celebrate National I Am In Control Day on March 30 and take charge of your life! This day was created in 2017 to encourage people to recognize the power and potential they have within themselves. It's an opportunity for you to reflect on how far you’ve come, set goals, and achieve them by taking control of your destiny.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of the Phrase</div><div class='timeline-text'>Secretary of State Alexander Haig coined the phrase "I am in control here" during a press conference following President Ronald Reagan's assassination attempt.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Self-help Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>The self-help movement gained traction, focused on personal growth and improve self-awareness and identity, with the phrase "I Am In Control" being used as a mantra by some.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Popularity in Media</div><div class='timeline-text'>The phrase began to appear more frequently in books, movies, and TV shows, reflecting a cultural trend towards individual empowerment and personal control.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National I Am In Control Day was established to celebrate and encourage personal empowerment and control over one's life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>People continue to observe National I Am In Control Day annually, using the day to reflect on their personal growth and to reaffirm their control over their lives.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a plan</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to create a plan for how you want to take control of your life. Consider what goals you want to achieve and what steps you need to take in order to do so. Having a written plan will help you stay focused and on track.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Set boundaries</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Setting healthy boundaries is essential in taking control of your life. Decide what limits are necessary to protect your mental and physical health, as well as your emotional wellbeing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan an activity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize an activity centered around taking control of your life. You could host a workshop or seminar about setting goals and boundaries, or plan an outing with friends to celebrate the day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Practice self care</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>On National I Am In Control Day, take some time for yourself. Spend some time alone doing something that makes you feel relaxed and happy, like reading a book, going for a walk or taking a hot bath.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Connect with others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sometimes it helps to talk to someone else about our feelings and experiences. Reach out to somebody who can support you and offer advice on how to take control of your life.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's empowering</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National I Am In Control Day encourages us to take control of our lives and make choices that are beneficial for us. By recognizing the power we have to take action and make decisions, we can be confident that we are moving in a positive direction.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an opportunity for self reflection</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National I Am In Control Day is also a chance to check in with oneself and assess how we're feeling and what changes need to be made. It's important to take stock of your life every now and then so you can stay on top of things, recognize potential issues, and make adjustments where necessary.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps promote good mental health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Taking control of one's life can help reduce stress levels, improve decision making abilities, and even enhance relationships. Taking control is key to creating healthy coping mechanisms which can foster better self esteem, improved concentration and focus, more confidence and happier moods overall!</p></div></div>
National I Am In Control Day is celebrated on March 30 every year. In 2024 National I Am In Control Day will occur on a Saturday.
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