Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin 238 — Stuck in a Rut? How to Break Free with DSD
Aug 15, 2025
Feeling stuck in a routine? Discover how to break free with the concept of DSD—Do Something Different! Learn why our brains cling to comfort zones and the importance of psychological flexibility. Uncover the power of small, intentional changes to rewire your mind and avoid common pitfalls when seeking change. Get practical steps to identify what's holding you back and brainstorm creative solutions. It's time to shake things up and embrace personal growth!
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Environment Drives Automatic Habits
- Your environment and routines trigger autopilot behaviors that recreate past habits instantly.
- Amy Morin shows how returning to an old place made her revert to nine-year-old habits without conscious choice.
Moving Rekindled Old Routines
- Amy Morin recounts moving from Maine to a sailboat and how returning to her house triggers old behaviors.
- She notices old podcasts, food choices, and drinks return when she's back in that environment.
Reframing A Repeated Request Worked
- A client repeatedly asked her husband for help but never changed her approach and got no different result.
- Amy had the client try a calmer, collaborative conversation that led to more help from the husband.