From job rejections to Health problems, bad news is part of life. But the way you respond to bad news can make all the difference in how you feel as you move forward.

Staying mentally strong in the face of bad news can help you solve a problem, cope better, and manage your Stress. Here are seven strategies that can help you cope with whatever challenges life throws your way.

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Amy Morin Therapist, Bestselling Author, Host of the Mentally Stronger Podcast

Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, international bestselling author and the host of the Mentally Stronger podcast. Her books on mental strength, including 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, have sold more than 1 million copies and been translated into more than 40 languages.

She’s practiced therapy for over 20 years and she’s a sought after speaker whose TEDx talk, The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong, has become one of the most popular talks of all time with more than 22 million views.

Amy lives on a sailboat in the Florida Keys.