Unlock the secrets to improving your mental health and living your best life with the "Mentally Stronger" podcast. Hosted by Webby award-winning psychotherapist Amy Morin, an international best-selling author, this show offers invaluable tools, tips, and strategies designed to make you mentally stronger. When you boost your mental strength, you'll conquer self-doubt, manage your emotions effectively, and gain confidence in achieving your goals. Tune in every Monday to hear Amy interview top ...
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128 — 5 Ways to Deal with Negative Thoughts So You Can Train Your Brain to Become Mentally Stronger
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You have about 60,000 thoughts every day. But many of those thoughts aren't helpful. Whether you put yourself down, rehash a conversation that happened in the past, or worry about something that could happen in the future, your thoughts affect how you feel and behave. While you can't control all the thoughts that pop into your head, you can control…
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127 — How to Become a Better Judge of Character with Dr. Richard Davis
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Do you struggle with good judgment? If so, you're not alone. We all lack good judgment sometimes and often, it involves our struggle to identify someone's true character. Fortunately, organizational psychologist Richard Davis says we can improve our judgment once we better understand personality. He assesses personality for a living and he's writte…
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126 — Overcome Choice Overload to Make Smarter, Faster Decisions without Regret
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Choice overload can lead to decision deadlock. Whether you're trying to decide what kind of car to buy or what color to paint your wall, the overwhelming number of options make it challenging to make a decision. Studies show endless options can take a toll on our mental health. Fortunately, these seven strategies can simplify your decision-making p…
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125 — How to Advocate for Your Health and Save Your Life with Samantha Harris
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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 …
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124 — Stop Self-Sabotage: 7 Reasons You Are Holding Yourself Back and How to Stop Once and For All
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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 o…
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123 — Healing Your Unseen Emotional Wounds with Christina Rasmussen
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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. He…
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122 — 10 Mental Health Improvement Strategies Therapists Prescribe Their Patients
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Mental health is something we can work on daily. There are many small steps we can take to improve our psychological well-being but we have to be intentional about doing them. Something as simple as looking at a picture of nature could reduce your emotional and physical pain. And there are steps you can take to counteract negative thoughts and low …
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121 — Empowering Kids to Thrive with Dr. Michele Borba
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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 ha…
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120 — How to Stop Being a People-Pleaser and Start Gaining the Confidence to Be Yourself
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You might think you're doing a good thing when trying to make others happy. But people-pleasing comes with harmful consequences. In fact, studies show people-pleasers struggle with self-discipline, troubled relationships, higher rates of mental health issues, and higher levels of distress. Fortunately, these three strategies can help you stop peopl…
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119 — Turning Your Pain Into Purpose With Juice WRLD's Mother Carmela Wallace
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Everyone goes through painful things. Grief and loss is part of life. But we all have choices with how we handle the pain. When rapper Juice WRLD passed away from an accidental overdose, his mother could have let his music be his legacy. But she decided to start an organization to help other people who are dealing with mental health issues and subs…
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There are some common struggles we experience when we have to do something we don't want to do — be it a mundane chore, an exhausting exercise routine, or a dreaded work meeting. But doing something you hate is part of life, and learning to do those things well can help you grow mentally stronger. These five strategies can help you tackle challenge…
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117 — Overcome the Fear of Speaking Up with Author Elaine Lin Hering
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Whether you want to ask your ride share driver to adjust the temperature in the car or you want to say no to an invitation without sounding rude, it's tough to speak up sometimes. Fortunately, Elaine Lin Hering has some great guidance that can empower you to use your voice. Elaine is a communication skills expert and the author of Unlearning Silenc…
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116 — Stop Misusing These 7 Mental Health Terms
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Therapy speak terms are often misused in everyday conversations leading to misunderstandings and stigma. Today I'm shedding light on the seven most commonly misused mental health terms — including "narcissist," "gaslighting," and "high-functioning anxiety." Learn the impact of social media misinformation and why accurate mental health vocabulary ma…
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Introducing: Health Hacks with Mark Hyman, M.D
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Explore the art of living well with the new podcast Health Hacks, an OpenMind Original powered by PAVE Studios. Mark Hyman, M.D., wellness expert, brings you science-backed facts, breaks down myths and misinformation, and provides you with the tools you need to live a longer, healthier life. Join him every Tuesday for his unique perspectives, inclu…
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115 — Finding Calm in the Present Moment With Michael Galyon
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We spend a lot of our time rehashing what happened in the past and worrying about what might happen in the future. It's a skill to learn how to be present right in the moment. Michael Galyon is a mindfulness coach who coaches corporate clients in how to stay in the moment. Some of the things he talks about today are the benefits of mindfulness, the…
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114 — Break Free From a Bad Mood by Identifying the Mood Boosters That Will Help You Feel Better Fast
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You don't need to feel happy all the time. Experiencing uncomfortable emotions, like sadness and anxiety, is healthy. But when you feel stuck in a dark place or your emotions aren't helpful, some strategies can shift how you feel. In this episode, I share how to identify your personal mood boosters. It's a strategy we often use in the therapy offic…
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113 — Overcoming the Fear of Feeling with Author Jennie Allen
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If you struggle to understand your feelings and don't know what to do with them, you're not alone. Most of us weren't ever taught how to identify what we're feeling, let alone manage those feelings. That's why so many people try to avoid feeling anything at all. Author Jennie Allen knows a thing or two about avoiding emotions. She says for much of …
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112 — These 7 Tiny Changes That Lead to Big Results When You're Working on Your Goals
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Whether you're reaching for personal or professional goals, there are some tiny changes you can make that will have big results. These small changes can have a significant impact on your ability to build mental strength, stay motivated, and achieve your goals. Some of the things I share are how to create a good goal, how to build momentum that help…
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111 — Redefine Your Self-Worth and Rise Above Societal Expectations with Author Kara Loewentheil
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There are a lot of societal pressures for women to act a certain way. Some of these pressures are subtle while others are more obvious. But the messages women start receiving at a young age can take a toll on their self-worth. When Kara Loewentheil became an Ivy League graduate turned women's rights lawyer, she realized the reason she still didn't …
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110 — The One Simple Shift That Will Help You Be Less Judgmental So You Can Have Better Mental Health
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Whether you're tempted to judge if someone is a good person based on whether they return their shopping cart or you judge music and movies, judgments aren't facts. And they're surprisingly bad for your mental health. This one simple shift in the way you word something makes a big difference to your psychological well-being. In fact, it's a common s…
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109 — Reclaim Your Natural Wild Side in a World That Tries to Keep You Tame with Filmaker/Author Craig Foster
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How much time do you spend in nature? Most of us spend far more time indoors than outdoors. And we're more likely to be surrounded by electronics than trees. Craig Foster, the Academy Award-winning filmmaker behind My Octopus Teacher, says we've lost touch with our wild side. Not only is that bad for our psychological well-being, but it's harmful t…
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108 — 10 Signs You're Mentally Stronger Than You Think
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There are a lot of misconceptions about what it means to be mentally stronger and how to know when you are gaining strength. Unfortunately, society often rewards us for acting tough while not actually being strong. This can lead to confusion and frustration about whether you are getting better and growing stronger. As a therapist, I want everyone t…
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107 — Dealing with Panic Attacks with ABC News Reporter Matt Gutman
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Panic attacks and anxiety are common. But almost no one talks about how to deal with them. For years, Matt Gutman, the Chief National Correspondent for ABC News, kept his panic attacks secret. He worried what people would think if he revealed his mental health struggles. After years of suffering in silence, followed by years of searching for help, …
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106 — Get Instant Stress Relief by Gaining Psychological Distance from Your Problems
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It's probably second nature to get some physical distance from something stressing you out when you can. But what about those times when you can't? You can't run away from a traffic jam or physically escape bad news. Fortunately, you can always get psychological distance. Some things you'll learn are strategies for gaining psychological distance, w…
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105 — How to Become a "Supercommunicator" with Best-Selling Author Charles Duhigg
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Improving your communication skills could improve your life in many ways. From deeper relationships to healthier conflict resolution, your communication skills play a large part in the overall quality of your life. Bestselling author Charles Duhigg says we all have the ability to sharpen our communication skills and become what he calls "supercommu…
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104 — What Your Sentimental Keepsakes Reveal About Your Self-Worth
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What are some sentimental items you keep despite the fact that they really serve no practical purpose? Whether you keep clothes that no longer fit or you have a collection of birthday cards from childhood, the items you keep could reveal a lot about you. Here's what the research says about sentimental items, what your keepsakes reveal about you, an…
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103 — How to Find Peace in the Unknown with Professor/Author Brian Klaas
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The fear of the unknown can cause us to over-plan, micromanage, and worry about things that are beyond our control. But coping with uncertainty feels uncomfortable. According to author/professor Brian Klaas, many of the things that shape our lives aren't really within our control. A chance meeting at the grocery store might have a much more profoun…
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102 — How to Stay Mentally Strong When You Get Bad News
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From job rejections to health problems, bad news is part of life. But the way you respond to bad news can make all the difference in how you feel as you move forward. Staying mentally strong in the face of bad news can help you solve a problem, cope better, and manage your stress. Here are seven strategies that can help you cope with whatever chall…
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101 — 6 Strategies to Work Through Grief and Heal the Pain with Psychotherapist Meghan Jarvis
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Although everyone experiences grief sometimes, no one talks about how to grieve. Not knowing what to do when you're experiencing serious emotional pain can compound the hurt. And if you're not careful, you might unknowingly do things that worsen the pain. Fortunately, Meghan Jarvis has studied the concrete strategies that heal. She's a psychotherap…
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100 — 5 Mental Strength Exercises to Do Today to Grow Mentally Stronger (Without Even Getting Off the Couch)
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Mental strength is built with exercise, the same way physical strength is built. However, mental strength exercises don't have to be painful or complicated to be effective. There are many small things you can do every day to grow mentally stronger. Sometimes, slight shifts in the way you think, manage your emotions, or take action can make a huge d…
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99 — Break Free From Autopilot and Unleash Your Brain's Potential with Harvard Professor Jeff Karp
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Do you ever feel bored or stuck in a rut? If so, you're not alone. It's easy to go through life on autopilot. But inventor, author, and Harvard professor Jeff Karp says it doesn't have to be that way. Jeff is a biomedical engineer who has invented many interesting things. He's also the author of a new book called LIT: Life Ignition Tools. Some of t…
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98 — The Ultimate Guide to Finding a Therapist That's a Good Match for You
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It's tough to find a therapist sometimes. The last thing you want to do when you're stressed out or battling a mental health issue is research how to find someone you can talk to. But if you just go with the first therapist you find, you might find they're not the best match for you. Research shows the number one factor that determines the effectiv…
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97 — How Kindness, Goodwill, and a Little Math Can Lead to Real Success with Author James Rhee
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Kindness isn't a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength. But too many people worry that they'll be taken advantage of or that they'll finish last if they're kind. James Rhee says kindness is what will help you succeed in life. James is a Harvard Law graduate, high school teacher, and private equity investor who was tasked with saving a women's c…
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96 — Stop Venting. It's Making Your Mental Health Worse.
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Venting actually fuels anger and keeps you stuck in a negative mindset. But many people have bought into the idea that you have to vent your frustrations so you don't explode. Research shows there are much more effective ways to manage your anger. Some of the things I share are why venting is bad for your mental health, how to process your emotions…
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95 — Use the Power of Your Mind to Heal Your Body with Dr. Josh Axe
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The way you think affects everything from the way you feel to the way you perform. It also affects your physical health. There's plenty of research that shows your thought patterns influence your body in some interesting ways. Dr. Josh Axe learned this firsthand when he was diagnosed with a serious illness. While he used to think nutrition could he…
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94 — How to Find the Good in Life Without Crossing Into Toxic Positivity
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Do you dwell on the negative? If so, you're not alone. Our brains are hardwired to look for negative things in life so we will be aware of danger. But it's important for your mental health to also notice good things in life. And it's possible to do so without crossing the line into toxic positivity. Some of the things I share are why it's hard to l…
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93 — How Exercise Improves Your Mental Health with Neurophysiologist Louisa Nicola
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It's well known that physical activity can improve your mental health. But how much exercise do you really need? What exercise is best for your psychological well-being? Can going for a walk really combat depression? Those are just some of the questions we'll cover with neurophysiologist Louisa Nicola. Louisa founded Neuro Athletics, a consulting f…
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92 — 10 Worst Pieces of Mental Health Advice You'll Find on Social Media
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Mental health advice on social media can be downright dangerous. Research has shown that many of the tips and much of the advice on managing mental health just aren't credible, even though they are popular. So I decided to call out some of the most popular, yet awful advice I've seen being shared on social media lately. Here are 10 pieces of unheal…
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91 — The Biggest Threats to Your Brain Health and the Lifestyle Changes You Should Make Today to Stay Sharp with Dr. Austin Perlmutter
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While there's a lot of information about improving your physical health, there's much less information about improving your brain health. Improving your brain health isn't just about doing puzzles to improve your memory. There are lots of other ways to improve your brain health. Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a physician who studies brain health and deci…
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90 — The 3-Minute Mental Makeover That Will Reduce Your Stress
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Journaling provides a long list of mental health benefits. But staring at a blank page feels intimidating. Fortunately, the Three-Minute Mental Makeover prompts give you the structure you need. Research shows it's an effective, quick strategy that can reduce your stress fast. Some of the things I share are how this quick writing exercise helped doc…
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89 — Dealing With a Narcissist? How to Empower Yourself with Dr. Ramani Durvasula
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Narcissists are everywhere. And whether your boss is a narcissist, or you're in a relationship with one, their behavior can take a toll on you if you're not prepared. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to stay mentally strong when they're trying to manipulate you, they're blaming you, and they're acting out. Dr. Ramani Durvasula is a license…
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88 — Mental Toughness vs. Mental Strength
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Mental toughness serves a purpose in some circumstances. A tough exterior can help you get through a crisis. But mental strength is what is really needed to grow, learn, and thrive in life. The two things are often confused. Some of the things I share today are the six key differences between mental strength and mental toughness, how to develop mor…
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87 — Memory and Mental Health: How Your Emotions Impact What You Remember with Dr. Charan Ranganath
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Your memory and your mental health form a two-way street. Remembering only negative things can worsen your mental health. But poor mental health can also cause your brain to only focus on negative memories. Learning more about how your mind filters your memories could help you build mental strength. Dr. Charan Ranganath, a memory researcher at the …
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86 — The 6 Stages of Change: How to Transform Your Life
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Whether you want to change an eating habit, or you're trying to change a relationship, there's a series of stages you're going to go through along the way. The stages don't necessarily happen in a nice, neat order, however. Progress rarely comes in a straight line. Understanding the stages of change can help you create and stick to change better. W…
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85 — Trauma Bonds, Healing, and Rebuilding with Dr. Nadine Macaluso
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Narcissists and psychopaths are just a few examples of "pathological lovers." Their charm often lures people in and their partners often develop what's known as "trauma bonds." They're tough to escape, but once you do, the healing can begin. No one knows this better than Dr. Nadine Macaluso. She was married to the man known as "The Wolf of Wall Str…
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84 — This Therapy Strategy Will Help You Become the Person You Want to Be
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Acting "as if" is a therapy strategy that helps people change their habits, their emotions, and their lives. It's a simple but effective way to start creating positive change right now. And the good news is, it works for many different problems. Some of the things I share are how "acting as if" works, what issues you can target, and what sort of re…
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[BONUS] James Altucher Interviews Amy About Building Strong Relationships
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James Altucher interviews Amy about what it's like to be a therapist, her experience becoming an author, and her newest book, 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do. Links & Resources The James Altucher Show 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Offers From Our Sponsors Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/mentallystronger50 and use code menta…
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83 — Strategies for a Successful Career Path with Best-Selling Author Scott Jeffrey Miller
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Your career path and your mental strength are likely a two-way street. Creating a great career likely requires mental strength. But having a career that fits your lifestyle will also likely help you grow mentally stronger. That's why creating a career path that works for you is important. Scott Jeffrey Miller is the senior advisor on thought leader…
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82 — Reduce Decision Fatigue and Simplify Your Life
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Decision fatigue occurs when we become mentally exhausted from making numerous decisions throughout the day. As a result, we make poorer decisions because our brains are just too tired to think. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent yourself from getting mentally exhausted. Here are five simple strategies that can prevent decision fa…
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81 — Country Singer Madeline Merlo: Confronting Mental Health Issues, Healing, and Growing Stronger
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It's easy to tell other people to seek help or take charge of their mental health, but much harder to take those steps when you need to do so for yourself. But struggles with your mental health don't mean you're mentally weak. Accomplished singer and songwriter Madeline Merlo has made it her mission to remove the stigma associated with mental healt…
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