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  • 171 — Why We Resist Change and What to Do About It with Dr. Ross Ellenhorn
    2024/12/23
    Do you ever wonder why it's so hard to change a habit? Even when we know something might make our lives better, we often get stuck in the same old patterns. But Dr. Ross Ellenhorn says there's good reason to stay the same. And until we acknowledge those reasons, we aren't likely to change our lives. Dr. Ellenhorn is a renowned psychotherapist and the author of How We Change (And 10 Reasons We Don't). Some of the things he talks about today are: Why we shouldn't see ourselves as "broken" The problems with the self-improvement industry How to embrace imperfection The role hope plays in creating change How community and social support affects motivation The problem with treatment that isolates people Why building a meaningful life is the real path to change Links & Resources Ellenhorn.com How We Change (And 10 Reasons We Don't) 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 — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month. AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout. AquaTru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout! Oak Essentials — Get 15% off @OakEssentials with the code stronger15 at oakessentials.com/stronger15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 分
  • 170 — 7 Resolutions that Make You Mentally Stronger in Under 7 Minutes
    2024/12/20
    Most new year resolutions — whether centered on fitness, finances, or breaking bad habits like smoking — fail to last. That's why it's important to create resolutions that will help you grow mentally stronger. When you have more mental strength, you can reach your goals. Some of the things I share in this episode are: The importance of mindset over traditional resolution pitfalls How mental strength influences all your goals 7 resolutions that could help you become your strongest self in 2025 How these resolutions can change your life in under 7 minutes a day 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 — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month. AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout. 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 分
  • 169 — The Secret to Doing Less and Achieving More With Dr. Mithu Storoni
    2024/12/16
    Do you want to get more done in fewer hours? Dr. Mithu Storoni can tell you how. She's an expert in stress and brain health, known for her research on optimizing cognitive performance and managing mental fatigue. She is the author of the book Hyperefficient, which delves into the neuroscience behind becoming more efficient with time and quality of work. Some of the things we talk about today are: Quality over quantity and where you should be putting your effort How to align tasks with your brain rhythm to maximize efficiency and creativity How and when to take breaks to improve productivity How to harness creativity How to optimize your schedule for maximum efficiency Links & Resources Mithustoroni.com Hyperefficient Follow Dr. Storoni on Instagram — @MithuStoroni 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 — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month. 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 — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout. 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 分
  • 168 — Navigate Uncomfortable Conversations with Confidence
    2024/12/13
    Whether you're dealing with passive-aggressive comments or facing outright rudeness, these powerful scripts can transform these awkward or confrontational moments into opportunities for mental strength. When you have a word-for-word response to inappropriate questions or unsolicited criticism, you empower yourself to stay mentally strong. Some of the things I share are: How to maintain your personal power by finding effective, respectful ways to respond to difficult conversations How to assert your boundaries in a helpful way How to empower others to find their own solutions Strategies for directly moving conversations toward problem-solving rather than unnecessary disputes How to prepare your own scripts when you anticipate awkward conversations 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 AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout. 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! Jenni Kayne — Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code stronger15 at jennikayne.com/stronger15 #jennikaynepartner Oak Essentials — Get 15% off @OakEssentials with the code stronger15 at oakessentials.com/stronger15. BetterHelp — Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 分
  • 167 — Mindset Hacks for Peak Performance with Performance Psychiatrist Dr. Brook Choulet
    2024/12/09
    Whether you want to get better at sales calls or improve your public speaking skills, we all can improve our performance, even if we aren't professional athletes. There are psychological skills that can help us learn to manage our emotions better, cope with self-doubt, and deal with negative thoughts. Dr. Brook Choulet is a performance psychiatrist who works with some of the world's top athletes. She says that many high achievers struggle with hidden mental health issues, and improving their mental health is a key strategy to helping them perform at their best. Some of the things we discuss are: Why high achievers often struggle with unseen mental health challenges such as anxiety and imposter syndrome, despite outward success Why establishing structured routines and boundaries is crucial for peak performance How to prevent burnout How to transform unproductive worries into actionable goals The link between mental health and peak performance The unique challenges faced by high-level athletes and executives Links & Resource BrookChouletMD.com Instagram — @BrookChouletMD 7 Boundary Mistakes That Damage Relationships 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 AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! ButcherBox — New users sign up at https://www.butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout. 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! Jenni Kayne — Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code stronger15 at jennikayne.com/stronger15 #jennikaynepartner Oak Essentials - Get 15% off @OakEssentials with the code stronger15 at oakessentials.com/stronger15. BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 分
  • 166 — Why You Should Create a Reverse Bucket List
    2024/12/06
    Bucket lists sometimes pressure people to start treating life like a checklist, and they stop enjoying the journey. A reverse bucket list is different. It reminds you of the amazing things you've already done and keeps you motivated to create an even brighter future. Some of the things I share are: What a reverse bucket list is What to include in your reverse bucket list The benefits of having a reverse bucket list And strategies for making your reverse bucket list particularly effective 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 $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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 分
  • 165 — The Ultimate Stress Survival Guide with Dr. Jenny Taitz
    2024/12/02
    Stress is a normal part of life. You can't escape it, but you can choose how you manage it. Dr. Jenny Taitz is a psychologist and expert in stress management. She's the author of a book called Stress Resets, and she offers actionable tips for building resilience. Some of the things we discuss are: The difference between stress and anxiety The most common stressors people experience How to engage in preventive stress management practices The value social connections provide in buffering stress The best tools and strategies for managing stress Links & Resources DrJennyTaitz.com Stress Resets Follow Dr. Jenny on Instagram — @DrJennyTaitz 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 - Visit BetterHelp.com/mentallystrong today to get 10% off your first month. AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! 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! ZocDoc — Find a doctor or therapist today by downloading the app for free at ZocDoc.com/stronger ButcherBox - New users sign up at butcherbox.com/stronger to receive 2lbs of grass fed ground beef in every box + $20 off when you use code stronger at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 分
  • 164 — 7 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Your Happiness
    2024/11/29
    There are many common misconceptions about what contributes to genuine happiness. However, research is clear that there are small habits that we can all incorporate into our daily lives to become happier. Some of the things I share are: How to avoid the "hedonic treadmill" The three biggest myths about what will make you happy in life The seven things that will actually bring you happiness (and the one that matters most) The one practice that can boost your happiness by 25% 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 AirDoctor — Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code STRONGER to receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! 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! Jenni Kayne — From now through the end of November, shop the @JenniKayne sale and get 25% off at jennikayne.com/STRONGER15 #jennikaynepartner Oak Essentials - Get 15% off @OakEssentials with the code STRONGER15 at oakessentials.com/STRONGER15. #oakessentialspartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 分