Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

A quest is different from a goal. But a quest doesn't need to be lifelong. Instead, you could create lots of short, fun quests that add value to your life.Best-selling author James Altucher has created lots of quests for himself — from becoming a standup comedian to trying to buy a foreign country. Some of the things he talks about today are how to develop a fun quest, what you'll gain from it, and how your adventure can help you grow mentally stronger.ResourcesJamesAltucherShow.comOffers From Our SponsorsLMNT - Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase.EveryPlate - Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49mentallystronger. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.Babbel - Get 55% off at Babbel.com/STRONGERShopify - Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/mentallystrongerSubscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.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

While calming music and meditation may work for mild anxiety, these may not be effective for intense anxiety. Fortunately, there's a simple and fast strategy that can help you cope with serious anxiety. By utilizing the mammalian dive reflex, the body's panic response is halted right away, and you'll experience a calming effect. You can get the reflex to kick in within 30 seconds to slow your heart rate and reduce your anxiety fast. Some of the things I share are why traditional coping skills don't work for intense anxiety, how to trigger the mammalian dive reflex, and the science behind why it works so well.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.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 SponsorsLMNT — Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger and get a free sample pack with any purchase.Every Plate - Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49mentallystronger Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.Babbel — Learn a new language fast. Get 55% off at Babbel.com/STRONGERPaired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Download the app at https://www.paired.com/STRONGER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Magnesium is being touted as a powerful solution to anxiety, depression, insomnia, memory problems, and attention span. But is the hype realistic?Dr. Jennifer Gu is a researcher who studies how Magnesium affects the brain and the body. She explains why so many people are magnesium deficient, how adding a supplement could benefit you, and why Magtein may be a better option than a general magnesium supplement.Here are a few things she discusses: How magnesium can help improve cognitive function, attention, and memory. Why Magtein, a specific type of magnesium supplement, can have positive effects on mental health. How magnesium can improve sleep quality and reduce restlessness at night. How magnesium supplements can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and increase concentration. Why magnesium may have potential benefits for conditions such as Alzheimer's and ADHD. ResourcesLearn more about MagteinOffers From Our SponsorsGreen Chef - Go to greenchef.com/60mentallystronger and use code 60mentallystronger to get 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months.Paired - Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Download the app at https://www.paired.com/STRONGERBabbel - Get 55% off at Babbel.com/STRONGERShopify - Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/mentallystrongerSubscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.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

What do you say to a loved one who predicts the worst-case scenario? Or how do you help someone who is convinced everything is going to go wrong? Your response could either add fuel to the fire or help them extinguish their anxious thoughts.It's tough to know how to help someone deal with anxious thoughts. Some of the things I share today are how to listen so they can calm themselves down, the best questions to ask, and the phrases that can help them discover their inner strength.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.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 SponsorsLMNT — Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger and get a free sample pack with any purchase.Every Plate - Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49mentallystronger. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.Babbel — Get 55% off at Babbel.com/STRONGERShopify — Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/mentallystronger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trauma is not solely determined by the severity of an event but rather by its impact on an individual's perception of themselves and the world. "Tiny t" traumas are cumulative, low-grade traumas that build up over time and can have a profound effect on mental health.Dr. Meg Arroll, the author of Tiny Traumas: When You Don't Know What's Wrong, But Nothing Feels Quite Right, emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and validating these experiences, as they can often be dismissed or minimized. She introduces her AAA approach to coping with "tiny t" traumas, which involves awareness, acceptance, and action.Some of the things she talks about are how "tiny t" traumas might be taking a toll on you, what sort of events are considered "tiny t" traumas, and the steps you can take to recover from them.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.Links & ResourcesVisit Dr. Meg's website - DrMegArroll.comCheck out her book - Tiny TraumasConnect 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.Offers From Our SponsorsLMNT - Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase.Zocdoc - Go to Zocdoc.com/stronger and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you want to get in better shape or you want to spend less time watching TV, it's important to set an action-oriented, measurable goal. But if you really want to increase your chances of success, you should take this one step further and create a goal range for yourself. Here's how to establish a goal range, the science behind why it works so well, and how it can increase your motivation and improve your chances of success.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the "Mentally Stronger" community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.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.Offers From Our SponsorsShopify — Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/mentallystrongerBabbel — Get 55% off at Babbel.com/STRONGER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intergenerational trauma is trauma that is passed down through family lines, with both biological and psychological components. That means the hardships your grandparents endured or the stressful events your parents went through might impact you in some surprising ways.Dr. Mariel Buqué is a psychologist and the author of the book "Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma." Some of the things she talks about are the importance of understanding and connecting the dots of our family history to better understand ourselves, how to break the cycles of trauma, and strategies for healing and creating positive change.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.Links & ResourcesVisit Dr. Mariel Buqué's website Check out her book - Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational TraumaConnect 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.Offers From Our SponsorsLMNT - Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase.Shopify - Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/mentallystrongerBabbel - Get 55% off at Babbel.com/STRONGER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you want your partner to eat healthier or you hope they'll quit smoking, trying to change your partner won't be effective. Listen to an audio excerpt from my new book, 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do and I'll explain how to support positive change from your partner.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.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.Offers From Our SponsorsLMNT - Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase.EveryPlate - Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49mentallystronger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most New Year's resolutions fail. But that doesn't mean you're a failure. You might just be approaching your goals wrong.New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff explains how to set and achieve goals. He's the author of several books including, "All It Takes Is a Goal," which explains how one goal could change your life. Some of the things he shares today are how to set goals, how to increase the chances that you'll reach your goals, and how to find joy and fulfillment in the process.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.Links & ResourcesVisit Jon's website - JonAcuff.comCheck out Jon's book - All It Takes Is a GoalConnect with the ShowBuy Amy's books on mental strengthConnect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthorEmail the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.comPre-order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do, and get one free month of therapy at BetterHelp.Offers From Our SponsorsLMNT - Get your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase.EveryPlate - Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49mentallystronger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breathing exercises that slow the breath down to 10 breaths per minute are effective in calming the nervous system. But many breathing exercises are complicated, and they're tough to remember when you're stressed out. This breathing exercise, however, is simple but effective. And I guarantee you'll remember it.The best news is you'll start to feel the effects instantly. You can boost your mood, reduce your anxiety, and feel more alert in less than one minute.Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.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 SponsorsAG1 — Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/MENTALLYSTRONGER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices