You probably grew up learning that compliance is a good thing. And you might assume you know when to break the rules — like if you're asked to do something unethical or immoral. However, research shows we often underestimate how likely we are to go with the flow or follow directions, even when those actions go against our values.Dr. Sunita Sah is an award-winning professor at Cornell University and an expert in organizational psychology. She has spent years studying the psychological impact of compliance and defiance. She's also the author of Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands a Yes. Some of the things we discuss are: Examples of the consequences of being overly compliant How to redefine defiance for yourself How to cope with "insinuation anxiety" How to develop an action plan for defiance Why defiance is a skill and how it can be honed The societal benefits of defiance Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)!Links & ResourcesSunitaSah.comDefyFollow Dr. Sunita Sah on Instagram - @drsunitasahConnect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorSponsorsOneSkin — Get 15% off OneSkin with the code STRONGER at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpodBranch Basics — Right now, our listeners get 15% off their entire order by using code STRONGER at BranchBasics.com.Wildgrain — For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/STRONGER30 to start your subscription. Calm — For listeners of our show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/STRONGER.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Childhood experiences shape our adult beliefs and behaviors in profound ways. Struggling with ingrained beliefs can lead to emotional challenges like anxiety. Learning to identify and unlearn these limiting beliefs is crucial for personal growth. Notably, the discussion highlights ten common childhood beliefs that can hold you back. Effective strategies are shared for overcoming these negative patterns, allowing for healthier coping mechanisms and a path to becoming your best self.

If you've ever dieted to lose weight, this episode is for you. We'll discuss the risks of dieting, emotional eating, and cravings and how diet culture leads to unhealthy habits.Dr. Supatra Tovar is a clinical psychologist, registered dietitian, and accredited fitness expert. She's also the author of Deprogram Diet Culture. Some of the things she talks about are: The problems with diet culture What your childhood likely taught you about food and weight How to eat mindfully The causes of emotional eating and what to do about them Sustainable eating habits that lead to lasting health and well-being How to build mental strength while fostering a healthier relationship with food and self-image Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)!Links & ResourcesDrSupatraTovar.comDeprogram Diet CultureConnect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorSponsorsOneSkin — Get 15% off OneSkin with the code STRONGER at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpodBranch Basics — Right now, our listeners get 15% off their entire order by using code STRONGER at BranchBasics.com.Wildgrain — For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/STRONGER30 to start your subscription. Calm — For listeners of our show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/STRONGER.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you want your partner to quit eating so many sugary treats or your colleague to have a better attitude, you're in a powerful position to influence others. While lecturing or nagging doesn't work (and, in fact, can make things worse), there are proven strategies that can influence other people to change.Developing a clear plan can help you guide someone to change their behavior without overstepping your bounds. Some of the things I share are: How to become a powerful influence How to identify what stage of change someone else is in How to employ motivational interviewing strategies that foster self-motivation What to focus on to motivate people to change How to handle setbacks so you can guide people back to creating change Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)!Links & ResourcesEpisode 86 — "The 6 Changes of Change: How to Transform Your Life"Episode 24 — "How to Help a Loved One with Addiction with CRAFT Trainer Laurie MacDougall"Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorOffers From Our SponsorsBranch Basics — Right now, our listeners get 15% off their entire order by using code STRONGER at BranchBasics.com.Wildgrain — For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/STRONGER30 to start your subscription. Calm — For listeners of our show, Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/STRONGER.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the most impactful mental strength lessons from the year's top episodes. Learn how to uncover the emotional roots of your habits and the surprising relationship between memories and emotions. Find out why venting might actually harm your mental health. Explore the difference between mental toughness and mental strength. Plus, get strategies for communicating effectively with narcissists and techniques to combat negative thoughts. Wrap up the insights with a focus on genuine kindness versus superficial gestures!

Giant new year resolutions don't work. But a small daily habit could have a profound effect on your life when you engage in them consistently throughout the year. That's why I love the Joy Snapshot--not only is it fun to do but you'll be building mental strength throughout the year while you do it.Some of the things I discuss are: How to practice the Joy Snapshot every day The science behind why it works so well How to turn technology into an opportunity to build mental strength How mindfulness and gratitude become powerful ways to improve psychological well-being What to expect when you begin using the Joy Snapshot Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)!Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comOrder 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't DoOffers From Our SponsorsBetterHelp — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month.AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers!ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout.AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout!Oak Essentials — Get 15% off @OakEssentials with the code stronger15 at oakessentials.com/stronger15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever wonder why it's so hard to change a habit? Even when we know something might make our lives better, we often get stuck in the same old patterns.But Dr. Ross Ellenhorn says there's good reason to stay the same. And until we acknowledge those reasons, we aren't likely to change our lives. Dr. Ellenhorn is a renowned psychotherapist and the author of How We Change (And 10 Reasons We Don't). Some of the things he talks about today are: Why we shouldn't see ourselves as "broken" The problems with the self-improvement industry How to embrace imperfection The role hope plays in creating change How community and social support affects motivation The problem with treatment that isolates people Why building a meaningful life is the real path to change Links & ResourcesEllenhorn.comHow We Change (And 10 Reasons We Don't)Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comOrder 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't DoOffers From Our SponsorsBetterHelp — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month.AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers!ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout.AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout!Oak Essentials — Get 15% off @OakEssentials with the code stronger15 at oakessentials.com/stronger15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover how traditional resolutions often lead to failure and find out why focusing on mental strength is crucial for achieving your goals. Learn about seven actionable resolutions that can enhance your resilience in just seven minutes a day. Daily acts of kindness are spotlighted as a way to foster positive change. The discussion highlights practical habits like gratitude journaling and embracing challenges for a stronger mindset. Get ready to transform your approach to self-improvement this year!

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 to harness creativity How to optimize your schedule for maximum efficiency Links & ResourcesMithustoroni.comHyperefficientFollow Dr. Storoni on Instagram — @MithuStoroniConnect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comOrder 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't DoOffers From Our SponsorsBetterHelp — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month.Wildgrain — Get $30 off your first customized box when you go to Wildgrain.com/STRONGERAirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers!ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout.Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystrongerAquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 directly moving conversations toward problem-solving rather than unnecessary disputes How to prepare your own scripts when you anticipate awkward conversations Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comOrder 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't DoOffers From Our SponsorsAirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers!ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout.Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystrongerAquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout!Jenni Kayne — Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code stronger15 at jennikayne.com/stronger15 #jennikaynepartnerOak Essentials — Get 15% off @OakEssentials with the code stronger15 at oakessentials.com/stronger15.BetterHelp — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices