Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

Shame can lead to a negative spiral that keeps us trapped in a painful place. Whether you experienced childhood trauma or you feel shame about a mistake you made, shame often leads to secrecy, social isolation, and self-sabotage. Fortunately, there are steps we can take to heal from shame so we can live our best lives.Sheila Rubin is a licensed marriage and family therapist, the author of Embracing Shame, and a shame expert. Some of the things she talks about are why we experience shame, the problems it can cause, and the steps we can take to heal from it.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 Sheila's website - SheilaRubin.comCheck out Sheila's book - Embracing ShameConnect 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

Catastrophic thoughts involve imagining worst-case scenarios and predicting doom and gloom. If you're not careful, those thoughts can keep you stuck in a dark place. And the more often you entertain them, the more likely they are to happen again.Catastrophic thoughts are a common issue we tackle in therapy, and they often go hand-in-hand with issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and stress. The strategy I share in this episode is one of my favorite ways to combat them. Start using this tool today, and you might gain some instant relief.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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Nick Morgan, expert in communication, body language and authenticity, discusses strategies for forming genuine connections without oversharing. Topics covered include the impact of social media, deciding when to be authentic, sharing struggles and failures, and strategies for being authentic.

Discover the power of positive affirmations and how they can reshape your brain and body. Learn about an eye-opening experiment that demonstrates their transformative effects. Explore how positive affirmations can impact our bodies, behaviors, and attitudes, and how they promote psychological well-being and reduce stress. Gain insights into using realistic and present tense affirmations to improve self-perception and mental strength.

What gets in your way of living a good life? Too often we think things like money, achievement, or popularity will lead to happiness. But those things often leave us feeling empty.Jonathan Fields, a speaker, author, and host of the podcast Good Life Project, is known for his work on living a meaningful and fulfilling life.Some of the things he talks about are: The three core components of living a good life. How fear and uncertainty lead to social isolation. How to deal with social awkwardness and discomfort. The best strategies for creating meaningful connections. The one thing you can do in any social situation to alleviate anxiety. 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 The Good Life ProjectCheck out Jonathan's booksConnect 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

Negative people should get the least of our energy. But we often think about them, complain about them, and invest a lot of energy in them. Whether it's a difficult colleague or a family member who tries to drag you down, cutting these people out of your life isn't always an option.Fortunately, once you recognize you're giving someone more mental real estate than you'd like, you can create change, take back your power, and shift your energy to the more positive people around you.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.BetterHelp — This 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

Do you give up when an obstacle seems too big to overcome? Have you abandoned a dream because you thought it was impossible? If so, Mike Massimino has some strategies for perseverance that you might like.Mike is a former NASA astronaut who flew on two space shuttle missions to repair the Hubble Space Telescope. But his life as an astronaut almost didn't happen. Fortunately, he figured out how to beat the odds.Some of the things he talks about today are: The lessons he learned as an astronaut that can translate to everyday life The strategies that can help you recover from rejection How to move forward after a mistake (even a big one) And why you deserve to go for your dreams Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get exclusive bonus episodes, access to the Mentally Stronger community, and answers to your questions about mental strength.Links & ResourcesMikeMassimino.comMoonshot: A NASA Astronaut's Guide to Achieving the ImpossibleFollow Mike on Instagram — @astromikemassiminoConnect 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.BetterHelp — This 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

The holidays are stressful. Many people report worsening mental health. This time of year is far from the happiest time of year for many people. In fact, many people report they feel sad, lonely, and stressed during the holidays.If you're struggling, you're not alone. Here are five things you can do to manage your mental health during the holidays this year.Mentally Stronger Premium - Subscribe to the premium edition to get weekly AMA episodes, private access to the Mentally Stronger Community, and exclusive bonuses.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 DoSponsorsGet your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase.If you are committed to creating wealth, health, happiness, and massive impact in all areas of your life, listen to The Kelly Roach show — link.chtbl.com/thekellyroachshow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the preview of the first Ask Me Anything (AMA), which is part of Mentally Stronger Premium.A listener says an affair with a co-worker made her depression better. But she never considered herself someone who would "cheat." Now, she wants to know how it's possible that cheating made her feel better and how she should move forward.If you're not a member, join Mentally Stronger Premium to enjoy exclusive weekly content, including Ask Me Anything episodes and bonus content to help you grow mentally stronger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's tough to talk to kids about things like sex, drugs, money, death, friends, and social media. It feels awkward and we often don't know what to say.Fortunately, Dr. Robyn Silverman knows how to talk to kids about anything. Some of the things she talks about today are: The important conversations most parents ignore The crucial conversations you should start having today How to help kids make better choices and reduce risky behavior What to do when you feel awkward or don't know what to say The exact scripts you can use to talk to kids Sign up for Mentally Stronger Premium - Ask Amy questions, get exclusive bonus episodes, and access to the Mentally Stronger private community.Links & ResourcesBuy a copy of How to Talk to Kids About AnythingVisit Dr. Robyn's website — parenting.drrobynsilverman.comFollow Dr. Robyn on Instagram — @DrRobynSilvermanConnect 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 DoSponsorsGet your electrolytes in balance with LMNT. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/stronger, and get a free sample pack with any purchase.If you are committed to creating wealth, health, happiness, and massive impact in all areas of your life, listen to The Kelly Roach show — link.chtbl.com/thekellyroachshow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices