Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

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

Whether you want to get better at sales calls or improve your public speaking skills, we all can improve our performance, even if we aren't professional athletes. There are psychological skills that can help us learn to manage our emotions better, cope with self-doubt, and deal with negative thoughts.Dr. Brook Choulet is a performance psychiatrist who works with some of the world's top athletes. She says that many high achievers struggle with hidden mental health issues, and improving their mental health is a key strategy to helping them perform at their best.Some of the things we discuss are: Why high achievers often struggle with unseen mental health challenges such as anxiety and imposter syndrome, despite outward success Why establishing structured routines and boundaries is crucial for peak performance How to prevent burnout How to transform unproductive worries into actionable goals The link between mental health and peak performance The unique challenges faced by high-level athletes and executives Links & ResourceBrookChouletMD.comInstagram — @BrookChouletMD7 Boundary Mistakes That Damage RelationshipsConnect 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

Bucket lists sometimes pressure people to start treating life like a checklist, and they stop enjoying the journey. A reverse bucket list is different. It reminds you of the amazing things you've already done and keeps you motivated to create an even brighter future.Some of the things I share are: What a reverse bucket list is What to include in your reverse bucket list The benefits of having a reverse bucket list And strategies for making your reverse bucket list particularly effective 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 — Go to BetterHelp.com/MENTALLYSTRONG today to get 10% off your first month of therapy.AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers!ZocDoc — Find a doctor or therapist today by downloading the app for free at ZocDoc.com/strongerButcherBox — Go to Butcherbox.com/stronger and use code stronger at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every box for an entire year, plus $20 off!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

Stress is a normal part of life. You can't escape it, but you can choose how you manage it.Dr. Jenny Taitz is a psychologist and expert in stress management. She's the author of a book called Stress Resets, and she offers actionable tips for building resilience. Some of the things we discuss are: The difference between stress and anxiety The most common stressors people experience How to engage in preventive stress management practices The value social connections provide in buffering stress The best tools and strategies for managing stress Links & ResourcesDrJennyTaitz.comStress ResetsFollow Dr. Jenny on Instagram — @DrJennyTaitzConnect 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!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!ZocDoc — Find a doctor or therapist today by downloading the app for free at ZocDoc.com/strongerButcherBox - New users sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices