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Control Quote by Susan Dey

“At the time, nobody knew what it was. It had no name. When everything else is out of your control, you can control your eating. You end up cutting a lot of things off. Nothing reaches you. I was very happy then - that was the oddity.” quote by Susan Dey
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“At the time, nobody knew what it was. It had no name. When everything else is out of your control, you can control your eating. You end up cutting a lot of things off. Nothing reaches you. I was very happy then - that was the oddity.”

Susan Dey

About This Quote

When external control wanes, focusing on personal habits like eating can restore a sense of agency.

In simple terms: Control eating when other things feel uncontrollable.

Key Takeaway

Regain agency through small habits.

Themes

self‑control agency habit formation

Mood

reflective determined

Type

self‑help motivational

When to use this quote

  • stress management
  • dietary changes
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology wellness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What habit gives you a sense of control?
  • How can you expand agency beyond eating?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on one habit may not address larger issues.

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