Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

Your brain plays psychological tricks on you when you try to change your habits. It will try to talk you into indulging in a bad habit and convince you to abandon your good habits.Fortunately, there's a powerful strategy we use in the therapy office that can boost your willpower right when you need it most.Here are some things I share: Why our brains try to talk us out of doing things we should do The powerful strategy that will counteract your brain's tricks How to challenge your brain's attempts to sabotage your efforts Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comSponsorsSign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/mentallystrongerHead to reliefband.com and use promo code MENTALLYSTRONGER for 20% off plus free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Burnout has become more prevalent than ever. But many people feel hopeless about addressing it. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce your stress, energize yourself, and renew your passion for work.When Dr. Neha Sangwan experienced burnout, she realized there's a great lack of understanding about what it is and how to treat it. Some of the things she talks about today are: the three signs of burnout why typical self-care strategies don't work the three phases of burnout the practical strategies that reduce burnout how to recognize when to leave a toxic workplace how to heal from burnout Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive access to the Mentally Stronger community.Links & ResourcesVisit Dr. Sangwan's website — Intuitiveintelligenceinc.comBuy Dr. Sangwan's book — Powered by MeConnect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comVisit our SponsorsThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong, and get 10% off your first month.Head to reliefband.com and use promo code MENTALLYSTRONGER for 20% off plus free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boundaries are essential for healthy relationships. Without them, you may feel resentment, or you may lose sight of your values.However, setting boundaries can be uncomfortable and confusing if you're not used to doing it. And you might make some mistakes that actually damage the relationship and create more stress for you.If you struggle with boundaries, you're not alone. Today, I'm sharing the most common boundary mistakes and strategies for avoiding them.Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comSponsorsThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong, and get 10% off your first month.Head to reliefband.com and use promo code MENTALLYSTRONGER for 20% off plus free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grief is something we'll all experience. But almost no one talks about it. That's one of the reasons why Luke Russert is sharing his story. Luke is a journalist, author, and former correspondent for NBC News. He is known for his work covering Capitol Hill and the 2008 presidential election.He's also the son of the late Tim Russert, a renowned journalist and former moderator of NBC's "Meet the Press." Luke Russert's book, Look for Me There: Grieving My Father, Finding Myself, explores his personal journey of grief and healing after the loss of his father.Some of the things he talks about are how to honor the memory of a loved one, the process of grief and how it helps us heal, and the steps that helped him confront grief to move forward.Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Links & ResourcesBuy Look for Me ThereFollow Luke on Instagram — @LukeRussertConnect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toxic positivity is bad for your mental health. It could even cause depression.Toxic positivity can also cloud judgment, worsen mental health issues, and zap your motivation. Some of the things I share are how to recognize when you're being toxically positive, what the research says about the harm it can cause your mental health, and how you can still be positive without crossing the line into toxic positivity.Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comSponsorsThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong, and get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Juicy J, renowned rapper, discusses his struggles with mental health, addiction, and advocacy efforts. He emphasizes the need for increased mental health support in schools and communities. Sharing personal stories, he highlights the power of prayer, honest communication, and surrounding oneself with positive influences.

Radical acceptance is a skill that can benefit everyone. As Marsha Linnehan, the therapist who popularized the concept of radical suffering once said, " Rejecting reality turns pain into suffering."It's tough to accept painful situations that are unfair or circumstances that are beyond our control. But acknowledging reality is the key to healing and moving forward. That doesn't mean you have to condone someone else's bad behavior or agree to something you don't want. Acceptance just means you acknowledge the facts.Some of the things I share are: How radical acceptance reduces the intensity and duration of an uncomfortable emotion The benefits of radical acceptance, including reduced anxiety and substance use How to stick to the facts Why it's considered a 'low effort' skill The exact steps you can take to practice radical acceptance Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Connect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram - @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show - Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comSponsorsThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong, and get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We live in a world that creates anxiety. The pursuit of the American dream can lead to lives that our bodies cannot handle. From constant phone notifications to around-the-clock news stories, the stress of daily life can take a toll on your brain and your body.But best-selling author Dr. John Delony says we don't have to live in a constant state of anxiety. Some of the things he talks about are how to take control of our lives, how to prioritize our well-being in today's world, and strategies for creating a low-anxiety lifestyle.Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Links & ResourcesCheck out Building a Non-Anxious LifeListen to The Dr. John Delony ShowConnect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram - @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show - Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comSponsorsThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong, and get 10% off your first month.Head to reliefband.com and use promo code MENTALLYSTRONGER for 20% off plus free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Visualization is a powerful tool for success, but only if you use it correctly. Many people make the mistake of visualizing themselves celebrating a victory or enjoying a reward because they think it will motivate them. However, research shows imagining a successful outcome actually decreases the chances that you'll achieve your goals.Fortunately, there are ways to use visualization to enhance your performance, improve your motivation, and increase your chances of success. Some of the things I share are why vision boards don't work, how to use visualization to increase your motivation, and the one research-backed visualization strategy that helps students, athletes, and musicians reach their goals.Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Connect with MeEmail the show - Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comCheck out my books on mental strengthFollow Amy on Instagram - @AmyMorinAuthorSponsorThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong and get 10% off your first month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us go to great lengths to avoid uncomfortable emotions like anxiety or fear. But when we learn to question our fears and understand their origins, we can learn to use them to our advantage. On today's episode, we discuss facing fears head-on with a specific focus on how to cope with the fear of missing out.Farnoosh Torabi is a financial expert, best-selling author, and host of the popular podcast So Money. With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, she has become known as the "money lady." Farnoosh's latest book, The Healthy State of Panic," explores the power of fear and how it can be harnessed to achieve success.Some of the things she shares are: How fear is often the underlying emotion behind our financial decisions. How power can be used for positive purposes, such as uplifting and supporting others. FOMO can be a sign that we are craving a certain feeling, not necessarily the thing everyone else is doing. How to define your own version of success and focus on what brings you joy and fulfillment. Why setting boundaries and saying no can lead to a happier and more fulfilling life. Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get bonus episodes, and get exclusive content delivered to your feed every week.Links & ResourcesBuy Farnoosh's book - A Healthy State of PanicListen to her podcast - So MoneyVisit her website - Farnoosh.TVConnect with the ShowEmail the show - Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comCheck out my books on mental strengthFollow Amy on Instagram - @AmyMorinAuthorSponsorThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong, and get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices