
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:14) Amy Morin's story, grief, and the start of her mental strength work (4:18) What mentally strong people do not do (6:24) Processing grief without avoiding or getting stuck in pain (8:18) How to know when emotions are helping or hurting you (10:44) Anxiety, ADHD, self-diagnosis, and medication (15:33) Scheduling "worry time" to reduce constant anxiety (17:29) Turning physical anxiety into excitement (20:15) Why boredom and quiet time are good for your brain (25:00) How sleeping near your phone may affect anxiety (27:01) Using technology to support better mental health (30:10) The "smell the pizza" breathing technique for stress (33:00) How a half smile can help calm your brain (36:39) Recommended books and authors for personal growth (39:23) How to choose the right therapist (45:40) Where to find and learn more about Amy (46:30) Outro Who is Amy Morin? Amy Morin is a licensed psychotherapist, keynote speaker, award-winning podcast host, and international bestselling author known for her work on mental strength. She is the author of several books, including 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do and The Mental Strength Playbook: 50 Tools to Cope with Stress, Thrive Under Pressure and Gain a Competitive Edge. Amy also hosts the Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin podcast, where she shares practical strategies for managing stress, anxiety, grief, and everyday challenges. Her work focuses on helping people build healthier thought patterns, manage emotions, and develop the skills needed to handle difficult moments with greater confidence and resilience. Connect with Amy: Website: https://amymorinlcsw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amymorinlcsw/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amymorinauthor/ Tune in: https://amymorinlcsw.com/podcasts/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
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