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.
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Most new year resolutions — whether centered on fitness, finances, or breaking bad habits like smoking — fail to last. That's why it's important to create resolutions that will help you grow menta…
Most new year resolu…
Most new year resolutions — whether centered on fitness, finances, or breaking bad habits like smoking — fail to last. That's why it's important to create resolutions that will help you grow mentally stronger. When you have more mental strength, you can reach your goals.Some of the things I share in this episode are: The importance of mindset over traditional resolution pitfalls How mental strength influences all your goals 7 resolutions that could help you become your strongest self in 2025 How these resolutions can change your life in under 7 minutes a daySubscribe to Mentally Stronger…
Do you want to get more done in fewer hours? Dr. Mithu Storoni can tell you how. She's an expert in Stress and brain health, known for her research on optimizing cognitive performance and managing men…
Do you want to get m…
Do you want to get more done in fewer hours? Dr. Mithu Storoni can tell you how. She's an expert in stress and brain health, known for her research on optimizing cognitive performance and managing mental fatigue. She is the author of the book Hyperefficient, which delves into the neuroscience behind becoming more efficient with time and quality of work.Some of the things we talk about today are: Quality over quantity and where you should be putting your effort How to align tasks with your brain rhythm to maximize efficiency and creativity How and when to take breaks to improve productivity How…
Whether you're dealing with passive-aggressive comments or facing outright rudeness, these powerful scripts can transform these awkward or confrontational moments into opportunities for mental strengt…
Whether you're deali…
Whether you're dealing with passive-aggressive comments or facing outright rudeness, these powerful scripts can transform these awkward or confrontational moments into opportunities for mental strength. When you have a word-for-word response to inappropriate questions or unsolicited criticism, you empower yourself to stay mentally strong.Some of the things I share are: How to maintain your personal power by finding effective, respectful ways to respond to difficult conversations How to assert your boundaries in a helpful way How to empower others to find their own solutions Strategies for dire…
Whether you want to get better at sales calls or improve your public speaking skills, we all can improve our performance, even if we aren't professional athletes. There are psychological skills that c…
Whether you want to …
Whether you want to get better at sales calls or improve your public speaking skills, we all can improve our performance, even if we aren't professional athletes. There are psychological skills that can help us learn to manage our emotions better, cope with self-doubt, and deal with negative thoughts.Dr. Brook Choulet is a performance psychiatrist who works with some of the world's top athletes. She says that many high achievers struggle with hidden Mental Health issues, and improving their mental health is a key strategy to helping them perform at their best.Some of the things we discuss are:…
Bucket lists sometimes pressure people to start treating life like a checklist, and they stop enjoying the journey. A reverse Bucket List is different. It reminds you of the amazing things you've alre…
Bucket lists sometim…
Bucket lists sometimes pressure people to start treating life like a checklist, and they stop enjoying the journey. A reverse bucket list is different. It reminds you of the amazing things you've already done and keeps you motivated to create an even brighter future.Some of the things I share are: What a reverse bucket list is What to include in your reverse bucket list The benefits of having a reverse bucket list And strategies for making your reverse bucket list particularly effectiveSubscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts…
Stress is a normal part of life. You can't escape it, but you can choose how you manage it.Dr. Jenny Taitz is a psychologist and expert in stress management. She's the author of a book called Stress R…
Stress is a normal p…
Stress is a normal part of life. You can't escape it, but you can choose how you manage it.Dr. Jenny Taitz is a psychologist and expert in stress management. She's the author of a book called Stress Resets, and she offers actionable tips for building resilience. Some of the things we discuss are: The difference between stress and Anxiety The most common stressors people experience How to engage in preventive stress management practices The value social connections provide in buffering stress The best tools and strategies for managing stress Links & ResourcesDrJennyTaitz.comStress ResetsFol…
There are many common misconceptions about what contributes to genuine happiness. However, research is clear that there are small habits that we can all incorporate into our daily lives to become happ…
There are many commo…
There are many common misconceptions about what contributes to genuine happiness. However, research is clear that there are small habits that we can all incorporate into our daily lives to become happier.Some of the things I share are: How to avoid the "hedonic treadmill" The three biggest myths about what will make you happy in life The seven things that will actually bring you happiness (and the one that matters most) The one practice that can boost your happiness by 25%Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed …
There's a lot of pressure to be productive, and many people think they should be doing more or working more. But sometimes, all that work causes us to lose sight of our values. Ironically, the pressur…
There's a lot of pre…
There's a lot of pressure to be productive, and many people think they should be doing more or working more. But sometimes, all that work causes us to lose sight of our values. Ironically, the pressure to be productive can actually decrease our productivity.Joe Sanok is a psychotherapist, private practice consultant, and author of Thursday is the New Friday. Joe has studied the secrets of re-evaluating our lifestyles, getting better results, and living happier lives.Some of the things we discuss are: Why we think productivity is the ultimate goal (and why this might be wrong) Various types of …
Gratitude is a superpower that offers incredible benefits, ranging from improved mental and physical health to better social connections. Yet, we often underestimate how impactful it can be.Some of th…
Gratitude is a super…
Gratitude is a superpower that offers incredible benefits, ranging from improved mental and physical health to better social connections. Yet, we often underestimate how impactful it can be.Some of the things I share in this episode are: What gratitude really is The link between gratitude and happiness Research about why gratitude improves physical health Strategies for practicing gratitude regularly What to avoid when you're practicing gratitudeSubscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)!Connect with the Sho…
Looking for the good in life can be challenging when things seem dark. But no matter how rough life might be, amazing things still happen in the world.Lucia Knell, the Vice President of Upworthy, cura…
Looking for the good…
Looking for the good in life can be challenging when things seem dark. But no matter how rough life might be, amazing things still happen in the world.Lucia Knell, the Vice President of Upworthy, curates uplifting content that inspires millions of people on social media. She's now the author of a book called Good People, in which she shares heartwarming stories from their community. She's no stranger to mental health struggles and is acutely aware of how mighty kindness and compassion can be. Some of the things we talk about are: The impact newsfeeds have on our perception of the world How to …
Adding more good habits to your life might give you some benefits. But if you really want to see improvements, subtracting a negative habit will provide you with the biggest boost in happiness and suc…
Adding more good hab…
Adding more good habits to your life might give you some benefits. But if you really want to see improvements, subtracting a negative habit will provide you with the biggest boost in happiness and success.Whether you need to let go of a toxic friendship or stop holding onto a grudge, sometimes releasing one thing from our lives is the key to positive change. Some of the things I share today are: What the research says about letting go and why it's so effective How letting go of control reduces anxiety and improves mental strength Why it's so essential to make room for personal Growth and happi…
Do you ever fall into the trap of thinking you'll feel better if you achieve more? According to Megan Hellerer, founder of Coaching for Underfulfilled Overachievers, believing the "achievement lie" is…
Do you ever fall int…
Do you ever fall into the trap of thinking you'll feel better if you achieve more? According to Megan Hellerer, founder of Coaching for Underfulfilled Overachievers, believing the "achievement lie" is common.Fortunately, we can change that by shifting the way we view success. When we start focusing on the process rather than the outcome, we learn how to enjoy the journey. Some of the things we discuss today are: Why success does not automatically lead to achievement How to focus on actions rather than outcomes The benefits of shifting away from achievement outcomes only How to deal with extern…
Sadness serves an important purpose. It reminds us of something that needs our attention. So we shouldn't avoid it all the time.In fact, sadness can help you build mental strength when you know how to…
Sadness serves an im…
Sadness serves an important purpose. It reminds us of something that needs our attention. So we shouldn't avoid it all the time.In fact, sadness can help you build mental strength when you know how to manage it well. Some of the things I share are: How allowing yourself to feel sad makes you mentally stronger Strategies for processing sadness The dangers of avoiding sadness all the time Five strategies for working through sad feelings The benefits you gain from addressing sadnessSubscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like …
If mindfulness sounds confusing or overwhelming, you're not alone. Many people feel like they just don't have the time or patience to start a mindfulness practice.Fortunately, Dr. William Kuyken says …
If mindfulness sound…
If mindfulness sounds confusing or overwhelming, you're not alone. Many people feel like they just don't have the time or patience to start a mindfulness practice.Fortunately, Dr. William Kuyken says we can incorporate mindfulness into our everyday lives without meditating. Dr. Kuyken is a renowned psychologist professor, and author who specializes in Depression and mindfulness. His research has found that incorporating mindfulness in everyday activities has tremendous mental health benefits, like decreased depression and improved Relationships.Some of the things we talk about are: What it mea…
Your belief in yourself significantly impacts how likely you are to succeed at anything you do. Research studies show that self-efficacy affects your motivation, perseverance, and performance.Fortunat…
Your belief in yours…
Your belief in yourself significantly impacts how likely you are to succeed at anything you do. Research studies show that self-efficacy affects your motivation, perseverance, and performance.Fortunately, you can take steps to build your belief in yourself. And when you do, you'll increase your likelihood of reaching your goals.Some of the things I share today are: Why self-efficacy is a core component of mental strength How your belief in yourself influences the way you tackle challenges (and how long you'll work on trying to overcome obstacles) The one thing you can do every day to build the…
A toxic workplace can take a serious toll on your well-being. But it's not always an option to quit your job. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to reduce the impact it has on you.Dr. Jessi…
A toxic workplace ca…
A toxic workplace can take a serious toll on your well-being. But it's not always an option to quit your job. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to reduce the impact it has on you.Dr. Jessica Kriegel is a workplace culture expert. She's the Chief Strategy Officer of Workforce and Labor at Culture Partners. She transforms corporate culture for success. Some of the things we discuss are: The signs of a toxic workplace The role leaders play in preventing workplace toxicity The power employees have to influence their workplace culture Why you should avoid jobs where workers are called "…
Do you need motivation but aren't sure how to get it? Fortunately, some science-backed strategies can help you build and maintain motivation over time (yet no one tells us how to do it). Whether you j…
Do you need motivati…
Do you need motivation but aren't sure how to get it? Fortunately, some science-backed strategies can help you build and maintain motivation over time (yet no one tells us how to do it). Whether you just want to get your house organized or you want to complete a triathlon, this episode will give you the skills you need to get (and stay) motivated.Some of the things I share are: The biggest myths about motivation (and what the science actually says) How to get motivated when you just don't feel like doing something The things that motivate us and why you need to understand the factors that moti…
Do you cringe when you see a picture of yourself? Do you say negative things about how you look? If so, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to improve your body image.Dr. Charl…
Do you cringe when y…
Do you cringe when you see a picture of yourself? Do you say negative things about how you look? If so, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to improve your body image.Dr. Charlotte Markey is a renowned health psychologist and professor of psychology. She has an extensive background in body image research and has authored several influential books. Her newest book, Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life, delves into how our perceptions of our bodies evolve over time and provides strategies to improve our body image.Some of the things we discuss are: How to increase aware…