Feelings are complex and confusing at times. But knowing how to cope with those feelings doesn’t have to be complicated.

There are several things you can do to take charge of your feelings and when you know these skills, you’ll gain confidence in your ability to handle discomfort. Some of the things I share are:

• Why Emotions aren’t either positive or negative
• How naming an emotion reduces the intensity of a feeling
• How to evaluate your feelings with one simple question
• How to change your emotional state
• Strategies for embracing uncomfortable feelings, like sadness, Anxiety, and anger
• Strategies for shifting your emotional state so you can feel better fast

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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.