Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

Discover the power of a single, transformative question that can reshape your life. This insightful discussion reveals how envisioning an ideal future helps set concrete goals and fosters personal growth. Learn the 'miracle question' used by therapists to guide you in imagining your life without obstacles. By the end, you'll have actionable steps to start pursuing the fulfilling life you desire. Dive into techniques that enable you to think forward and embrace positive change today.

You've heard people say you should step outside your comfort zone. But you may have underestimated just how important that is. Staying too comfortable might actually be killing you.The fear of discomfort might cause you to eat too much because you don't want to feel hungry. Or you might stop exercising the minute you start to feel uncomfortable. And, of course, you might do hard things because you fear you can't tolerate the discomfort.While eating healthy, exercising, and exposing yourself to healthy stress feel uncomfortable, the alternative is worse. Being unfit and unhealthy is even more uncomfortable in the long term.Paul Taylor is an exercise physiologist, nutritionist, and neuroscientist. He's also the author of Death By Comfort. Some of the things we talk about today are: How comfort could kill you The healthy stressors you should be purposely exposing yourself to The benefits of cold water and heat The one nutrition rule that everyone should follow The amount of exercise that will help you stay healthy The strategies that can help you start embracing discomfort today Links & ResourcesPaulTaylor.bizDeath By ComfortThe Paul Taylor PodcastOffers 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 plus a free 3 year warranty.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!Jenni Kayne — Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code STRONGER15 at Jennikayne.com/STRONGER15 #jennikaynepartnerSubscribe 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 Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn about overcoming negative thoughts and strengthening the mind with five proven techniques. Discover the impact of responding to automatic thoughts on mental health and emotional well-being. Explore strategies like seeking evidence, distraction, visualization, and mindfulness practices to build resilience and improve mental strength.

Organizational psychologist Dr. Richard Davis discusses enhancing judgment skills by understanding personality traits, the impact of technology on judgment, bias awareness, and strategies for developing better judgment. Topics include the importance of objective criteria over biases, assessing core values, predicting behavior based on personality traits, and techniques for judging someone's character through insightful questions and observations.

Learn how choice overload can lead to decision paralysis and how to navigate it with practical strategies. Discover the science behind decision-making, balancing emotion with logic, and preventing regret. Also, get insights on improving air quality and pet health insurance.

It's tempting to put off dealing with a health issue until later. But time is our best weapon against illness. Sometimes, you have to speak up more than once to get your needs addressed.No one knows this better than Samantha Harris. She was at the top of her career as the host of shows like Dancing with the Stars, E! News Now, and the Emmy Awards when she developed a health issue. So, while it wasn't a convenient time to address her health, she knew she couldn't ignore it. Samantha was diagnosed with cancer, and now, she has written a book called Your Healthiest Healthy. Some of the things she talks about are how all areas of your health are related, how to prioritize your health, and the exact steps to take to manage your health even when you're busy.Links & ResourcesSamantha-Harris.comCheck out the book - Your Healthiest HealthyInstagram - @SamanthaHarrisTVOffers 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!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 Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why would a medical student who needs to ace an exam go out and party instead of study? Why would someone be mean to their new partner for no reason when they really like that person? The answer is self-sabotage.We all sabotage our goals sometimes. And there's interesting psychology behind why we do it. Here are the top seven reasons we sabotage our chances of success and three things you can do to stop.Offers 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!ButcherBox — 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!ZocDoc — Find a doctor or therapist today by downloading the app for free at ZocDoc.com/strongerSubscribe 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 Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we talk about grief, we often refer to the loss of a loved one. But this is not the only type of loss that causes emotional pain. Sometimes, our losses are invisible — like when someone criticizes our dream and we stop pursuing it.Christina Rasmussen is a grief educator and the best-selling author of several books, including Second Firsts. Her new book is Invisible Loss. Some of the things she talks about are how to identify our invisible losses, how to heal old wounds, and how to step out of the "waiting room" so you can start fully living.Links & ResourcesChristinaRasmussen.comInstagram — @ChristinaRasmussen7Invisible LossOffers 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 stronger60 at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every box for an entire year, plus get an additional $20 off your first three orders.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 Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover practical strategies recommended by therapists to improve mental health including the impact of nature on well-being. Tips include managing negative thoughts, enhancing motivation, and prioritizing self-care. The podcast also highlights the importance of structured routines, enjoyable activities, and seeking professional help for optimal mental strength.

There's a lot of pressure to ensure that we're helping kids have everything they need to become successful adults. But it's easy to overdo it and give them more help than they need, which prevents them from learning necessary life skills.Dr. Michele Borba, a psychologist and parenting expert, has researched what kids need to thrive in life. She has written a new book called Thrivers. Some of the things she shares today are what separates resilient kids from everyone else, the two things kids need most, and the parenting strategies that foster life skills.Links & ResourcesMicheleBorba.comThriversInstagram — @DrMicheleBorbaOffers 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!ASPCA Pet Insurance — To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/strongerButcherBox — Go to ButcherBox.com/stronger and use code stronger60 at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every box for an entire year, plus get an additional $20 off your first three orders.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 Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices