Clear Your Clutter Inside & Out

Spring Cleaning Your Mind: Tips for Being Mentally Strong

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Mar 22, 2016
Amy Morin, a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, shares insights from her bestselling book on the habits of mentally strong individuals. She discusses the significance of mental resilience amidst grief and the adverse effects of social media on emotional health. The conversation highlights the power of gratitude and self-awareness in transforming negativity into positivity. Morin emphasizes taking proactive steps towards personal goals, setting boundaries, and the impact of empowering choices on overall well-being.
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ANECDOTE

Amy Morin's Personal Journey

  • Amy Morin faced deep personal losses starting with her mother's sudden death which challenged her mental resilience.
  • She created a list of 13 habits mentally strong people avoid, originally as a personal reminder that became a viral article and book.
ADVICE

Focus on What You Control

  • Focus your time and energy on what you can control for the most worthwhile outcomes.
  • Avoid exhausting yourself on distractions that don't serve your life goals.
INSIGHT

Don’t Dwell on the Past

  • Dwelling on the past traps you in pain or regret and prevents forward movement.
  • Learning from the past while making peace with it clears the way to fully enjoy the present and shape the future.
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