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  • 162 — The Science of Gratitude and Why It Works Wonders for Your Brain

    162 — The Science of Gratitude and Why It Works Wonders for Your Brain
    Nov 22 2024
    Gratitude is a superpower that offers incredible benefits, ranging from improved mental and physical health to better social connections. Yet, we often underestimate how impactful it can be. Some of the things I share in this episode are: What gratitude really is The link between gratitude and happiness Research about why gratitude improves physical health Strategies for practicing gratitude regularly What to avoid when you're practicing gratitude Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Offers From Our Sponsors BetterHelp — 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/stronger 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 $30 off! Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! GhostBed — Join the 60,000 happy customers that have found their perfect mattress with GhostBed. Check out GhostBed.com/stronger and use code STRONGER at checkout for 50% off your order today. Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off your next gift at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Wildgrain — Free Croissants in every box and $30 off your first box when you go to Wildgrain.com/stronger or use code stronger at checkout Jenni Kayne — From now through the end of November, shop the @JenniKayne sale and get 25% off at jennikayne.com/STRONGER15 #jennikaynepartner Branch Basics — Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code stronger at branchbasics.com/STRONGER #branchbasicspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 min
  • 161 — How to Find the Good in Life with Upworthy's Lucia Knell

    161 — How to Find the Good in Life with Upworthy's Lucia Knell
    Nov 18 2024
    Looking for the good in life can be challenging when things seem dark. But no matter how rough life might be, amazing things still happen in the world. Lucia Knell, the Vice President of Upworthy, curates uplifting content that inspires millions of people on social media. She's now the author of a book called Good People, in which she shares heartwarming stories from their community. She's no stranger to mental health struggles and is acutely aware of how mighty kindness and compassion can be. Some of the things we talk about are: The impact newsfeeds have on our perception of the world How to curate a social media feed that is good for your mental health The power of small acts of kindness How to start seeing more good in the world Strategies for managing your mental health Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Links & Resources LuciaKnell.com Upworthy.com Good People 7cups.com Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Offers From Our Sponsors Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Wildgrain - Get $30 off your first customized box when you go to Wildgrain.com/STRONGER AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! ButcherBox — Sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger and enter code stronger at checkout to receive a whole turkey, turkey breast, or a spiral ham + $20 off Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! GhostBed — Join the 60,000 happy customers that have found their perfect mattress with GhostBed. Check out GhostBed.com/stronger and use code STRONGER at checkout for 50% off your order today. Jenni Kayne — From now through the end of November, shop the @JenniKayne sale and get 25% off at jennikayne.com/stronger15 #jennikaynepartner Branch Basics — Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code stronger at branchbasics.com/STRONGER #branchbasicspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 min
  • 160 — The Power of Letting Go for a More Joyful Life

    160 — The Power of Letting Go for a More Joyful Life
    Nov 15 2024
    Adding more good habits to your life might give you some benefits. But if you really want to see improvements, subtracting a negative habit will provide you with the biggest boost in happiness and success. Whether you need to let go of a toxic friendship or stop holding onto a grudge, sometimes releasing one thing from our lives is the key to positive change. Some of the things I share today are: What the research says about letting go and why it's so effective How letting go of control reduces anxiety and improves mental strength Why it's so essential to make room for personal growth and happiness Strategies for letting go of the things that are holding you back The benefits you gain from letting go of counterproductive habits Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Offers From Our Sponsors BetterHelp — 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/stronger ButcherBox — Sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger and enter code stronger at checkout to receive a whole turkey, turkey breast, or a spiral ham + $20 off Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off your next gift at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Wildgrain — Get $30 off your first customized box when you go to Wildgrain.com/STRONGER Jenni Kayne — Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code STRONGER15 at jennikayne.com/STRONGER15 #jennikaynepartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 min
  • 159 — The Achievement Lie: Why Success Doesn't Equal Happiness with Megan Hellerer

    159 — The Achievement Lie: Why Success Doesn't Equal Happiness with Megan Hellerer
    Nov 11 2024
    Do you ever fall into the trap of thinking you'll feel better if you achieve more? According to Megan Hellerer, founder of Coaching for Underfulfilled Overachievers, believing the "achievement lie" is common. Fortunately, we can change that by shifting the way we view success. When we start focusing on the process rather than the outcome, we learn how to enjoy the journey. Some of the things we discuss today are: Why success does not automatically lead to achievement How to focus on actions rather than outcomes The benefits of shifting away from achievement outcomes only How to deal with external pressure to succeed Strategies for making decisions that are more in line with your authentic self Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Links & Resources MeganHellerer.com Directional Living Follow Megan on Instagram — @MeganHellerer Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Offers From Our Sponsors Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Wildgrain — Get $30 off your first box plus free croissants in every box at wildgrain.com/stronger AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! ButcherBox — Sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger and enter code stronger at checkout to receive a whole turkey, turkey breast, or a spiral ham + $20 off Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! GhostBed — Join the 60,000 happy customers that have found their perfect mattress with GhostBed. Check out GhostBed.com/stronger and use code STRONGER at checkout for 50% off your order today. Jenni Kayne — Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code STRONGER15 at jennikayne.com/STRONGER15 #jennikaynepartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 min
  • 158 — How Being Sad Makes You Stronger

    158 — How Being Sad Makes You Stronger
    Nov 8 2024
    Sadness serves an important purpose. It reminds us of something that needs our attention. So we shouldn't avoid it all the time. In fact, sadness can help you build mental strength when you know how to manage it well. Some of the things I share are: How allowing yourself to feel sad makes you mentally stronger Strategies for processing sadness The dangers of avoiding sadness all the time Five strategies for working through sad feelings The benefits you gain from addressing sadness Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Offers From Our Sponsors BetterHelp — 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/stronger ButcherBox — Sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger and enter code stronger at checkout to receive a whole turkey, turkey breast, or a spiral ham + $20 off Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! GhostBed — Join the 60,000 happy customers that have found their perfect mattress with GhostBed. Check out GhostBed.com/stronger and use code STRONGER at checkout for 50% off your order today. Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off your next gift at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Wildgrain — Free Croissants in every box and $30 off your first box when you go to Wildgrain.com/stronger or use code stronger at checkout Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 min
  • 157 — The Science Behind Mindfulness and Strategies for Incorporating It Into Your Daily Routine with Willem Kuyken

    157 — The Science Behind Mindfulness and Strategies for Incorporating It Into Your Daily Routine with Willem Kuyken
    Nov 4 2024
    If mindfulness sounds confusing or overwhelming, you're not alone. Many people feel like they just don't have the time or patience to start a mindfulness practice. Fortunately, Dr. William Kuyken says we can incorporate mindfulness into our everyday lives without meditating. Dr. Kuyken is a renowned psychologist professor, and author who specializes in depression and mindfulness. His research has found that incorporating mindfulness in everyday activities has tremendous mental health benefits, like decreased depression and improved relationships. Some of the things we talk about are: What it means to be mindful The benefits of mindfulness and how it improves mental health How mindfulness shifts the way you think and feel Strategies for incorporating mindfulness into everyday life How mindfulness benefits children (and what some schools are getting wrong) How mindfulness leads to personal growth in some unexpected ways Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Links & Resources Oxford Mindfulness Mindfulness for Life Instagram - @WillemKuyken Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Offers From Our Sponsors BetterHelp — 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/stronger ButcherBox — Sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger and enter code stronger at checkout to receive a whole turkey, turkey breast, or a spiral ham + $20 off Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger Aqua Tru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! GhostBed — Join the 60,000 happy customers that have found their perfect mattress with GhostBed. Check out GhostBed.com/stronger and use code STRONGER at checkout for 50% off your order today. Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off your next gift at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 min
  • 156 — How to Believe in Yourself

    156 — How to Believe in Yourself
    Nov 1 2024
    Your belief in yourself significantly impacts how likely you are to succeed at anything you do. Research studies show that self-efficacy affects your motivation, perseverance, and performance. Fortunately, you can take steps to build your belief in yourself. And when you do, you'll increase your likelihood of reaching your goals. Some of the things I share today are: Why self-efficacy is a core component of mental strength How your belief in yourself influences the way you tackle challenges (and how long you'll work on trying to overcome obstacles) The one thing you can do every day to build the belief in yourself (it only takes a minute) How to change your brain by rewarding and reinforcing positive perceptions of yourself Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Offers From Our Sponsors BetterHelp — 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/stronger ButcherBox — Sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger and enter code stronger at checkout to receive a whole turkey, turkey breast, or a spiral ham + $20 off Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! GhostBed — Join the 60,000 happy customers that have found their perfect mattress with GhostBed. Check out GhostBed.com/stronger and use code STRONGER at checkout for 50% off your order today. Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off your next gift at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Wildgrain — Free Croissants in every box and $30 off your first box when you go to Wildgrain.com/stronger or use code stronger at checkout Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 min
  • 155 — How to Survive a Toxic Workplace with Dr. Jessica Kriegel

    155 — How to Survive a Toxic Workplace with Dr. Jessica Kriegel
    Oct 28 2024
    A toxic workplace can take a serious toll on your well-being. But it's not always an option to quit your job. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to reduce the impact it has on you. Dr. Jessica Kriegel is a workplace culture expert. She's the Chief Strategy Officer of Workforce and Labor at Culture Partners. She transforms corporate culture for success. Some of the things we discuss are: The signs of a toxic workplace The role leaders play in preventing workplace toxicity The power employees have to influence their workplace culture Why you should avoid jobs where workers are called "family" The effects a toxic workplace can have on your mental health Steps to take if you find yourself in a toxic workplace Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Links & Resources JessicaKriegel.com TheTimelessRide.com Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Offers From Our Sponsors Uncommon Goods — Get 15% off at UncommonGoods.com/stronger Wildgrain — Get $30 off your first box plus free croissants in every box at wildgrain.com/stronger AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! ButcherBox — Sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger and enter code stronger at checkout to receive a whole turkey, turkey breast, or a spiral ham + $20 off Shopify — Sign up for your dollar-per-month trial at Shopify.com/mentallystronger AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! GhostBed — Join the 60,000 happy customers that have found their perfect mattress with GhostBed. Check out GhostBed.com/stronger and use code STRONGER at checkout for 50% off your order today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 min