Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin
Growing mentally stronger will change your life and therapist Amy Morin wants to show you how to make it happen. Whether you want to improve your mental health, boost your resilience, gain emotional intelligence, or gain a competitive edge that will help you reach your greatest potential, this show is for you. Mentally Stronger provides therapist-approved strategies for tackling the biggest battle we all face--the one in our minds. Webby Award-Winning Host Amy Morin is a psychotherapist and the bestselling author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do. Every episode dives into science-backed strategies for building the mental strength you need to handle whatever life throws this way. No one understands the importance of having mental strength more than Amy. Her personal journey surrounding grief and loss has led to her to take a deep dive into mental strength. And now, she's sharing what she learned along the way. Her TEDx talk, The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong, is one of the most viewed talks of all time with 25 million views and she's sold over 1 million books. She's a speaker and a consulted who teaches companies like Google, Under Armour, and NBC how to grow mentally stronger. Unlike other shows, Mentally Stronger provides a unique blend of research-backed tips, stories of mental strength, and therapist-approved strategies that will empower you to thrive. Join Amy on the transformative journey to mastering your mind. And the fun part is, she records the show from a sailboat in the Florida Keys.
Episodes
August 2, 2025 • 1 min
Discover the tools you need to build mental strength and live your best life. In Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin, psychotherapist and bestselling author Amy Morin breaks down science-backed strategies to help you overcome challenges, build better habits, and grow stronger every day.
On Mondays, Amy interviews world-class experts—from scientists to athletes—about how they stay mentally strong. And every Friday, she share...
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Have you ever felt like you needed to bounce back fast after something traumatic happened? Or felt pressured to show people that you've actually grown and become better because of what you went through?
Post-traumatic growth is real. But the concept is often misunderstood, and it leads to unrealistic expectations and unnecessary guilt. In this episode, I explore what it really means to grow after trauma — and why your growth isn't...
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Do you ever wonder if herbal remedies could help you feel calmer, sleep better, or even help you become mentally stronger? What if there was a natural way to manage stress, improve focus, and improve your mental health?
Herbs have been used for centuries to support well-being, and modern science is now catching up to their incredible potential. In this episode, we’re breaking it all down to help you understand how herbalism can t...
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July 25, 2025 • 23 mins
Practice the skills from this episode for free with this tool I made for you —Episode 232 Exercise.
What if you could build mental strength in just a few minutes a day? No complicated routines, no drastic life overhauls — just five practical habits that help you feel stronger and take more control of your life.
In this episode, I’m sharing the simple, everyday strategies I rely on (and teach my therapy clients) for improving m...
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Do you ever feel like someone knows exactly how to push your buttons — and it leaves you spiraling long after your interaction?
Whether it’s a snide comment, a frustrating situation, or an awkward interaction, triggers can feel like they’re controlling your emotions. But what if those triggers were actually trying to teach you something?
Triggers can feel overwhelming. But they’re also opportunities for growth. In this episode, I...
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July 18, 2025 • 25 mins
Work through today’s strategies with a free, interactive too — Episode 230 exercise.
Have you ever felt like life has hit you so hard that it knocked the wind out of you? Maybe you're in one of those moments right now, wondering how to even take the next step.
In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the seven strategies that helped me navigate the darkest days of my life. From losing my mom at 23, to becoming a widow at 26,...
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July 14, 2025 • 49 mins
Are the stories you tell yourself holding you back? After all, there's always more than one way to tell the same story. You could be a victim of tragic circumstances or a hero who survived them.
The way we interpret our past influences our identities, but it doesn’t have to define who we are forever.
This week, I’m joined by Lauren Sisler, a sports journalist, broadcaster, and author of Shatterproof. Lauren shares her remarkable ...
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July 11, 2025 • 21 mins
Are you thriving, or do you feel like you are barely surviving? If you feel stuck in survival mode, you are not alone. It is common, but you don't have to stay there.
Survival mode is helpful in a crisis. But staying stuck there too long can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to enjoy life fully. Fortunately, there are strategies that can help you escape survival mode so you can start to thrive.
Some of the th...
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You've likely heard about the importance of living abundantly and giving up a scarcity mindset, but how do you actually do that? Knowing how to let go of a scarcity mindset and doing it are two different things.
Attachments can weigh us down, keeping us stuck in old thought patterns and limiting our potential for growth and happiness.
This week, I’m joined by Dr. Bob Rosen, a psychologist, leadership expert, and author of Detac...
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July 4, 2025 • 23 mins
How much control do you have over your life? Do you think life happens to you? Or do you believe you have the power to shape it?
On this episode of Mentally Stronger, we’re exploring the psychology of control, also known as "locus of control." Your belief about who or what is in control of your life has a huge impact on your mental strength.
Understanding it can help you make better decisions, respond to challenges, and find mo...
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What if improving your mental health and physical well-being could be as simple as understanding one nerve in your body? Research shows your vagus nerve plays a powerful role in your well-being.
This week, I’m joined by Dr. Kevin Tracey, a world-renowned neurosurgeon and pioneering researcher, to explore the vagus nerve and how improving your vagal tone can improve your health.
Some of the things we discuss are:
What the vagu...
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June 27, 2025 • 24 mins
What if everything you’ve been told about emotions is wrong? Emotional intelligence is important but there's a lot of misinformation about emotions that are holding people back.
On this episode, I’m exposing eight common myths about emotions that keep us stuck and make it hard to grow mentally stronger. From the idea that venting your feelings helps you feel better to the notion that controlling your emotions makes you less authen...
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June 23, 2025 • 52 mins
Do you think of rest as a luxury instead of a necessity? Or maybe you can’t seem to rest even when you try?
This week, I’m joined by Dr. Therese Huston, a cognitive scientist and psychologist who specializes in brain health. Dr. Huston breaks down why rest is crucial for building mental strength and shares actionable techniques to give your brain the reset it needs.
Some of the things we discuss are:
The difference between de...
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June 20, 2025 • 21 mins
What if decluttering your life could make room for more energy, joy, and freedom?
Have you ever felt weighed down by the physical, emotional, or mental clutter in your life? This week, I’m breaking down five key areas where decluttering can make life simpler and more meaningful.
From tidying up your spaces to reassessing relationships, we’re covering practical strategies to lighten your load and focus on what truly matters.
Som...
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June 16, 2025 • 39 mins
Our struggles often feel isolating. But talking about them, even when it's uncomfortable, can be the key to growth and healing.
Today's guest, Carnie Wilson, co-founder of the world famous musical group Wilson Phillips, understands the importance of vulnerability. From navigating fame and a multigenerational legacy in music (including her legendary late father, Brian Wilson, co-founder of The Beach Boys) to overcoming addiction, ...
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Does your mind race at night? Maybe you replay everything that went wrong during the day? Or maybe you lie awake worrying about tomorrow?You’re not alone.
Asking yourself three simple questions every night can calm those thoughts, boost your emotional intelligence, and help you sleep better.
These questions only take a couple of minutes to answer, but they can rewire your brain for positivity and resilience. By the end of the ep...
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Do you feel like your inner critic is trying to make you hate yourself? That deep-rooted feeling that you’re not good enough can quietly shape your life, but it doesn’t have to stay that way.
I’m joined by Dr. Blaise Aguirre, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and one of the top experts on self-hatred and borderline personality disorder.
With decades of experience, he’s here to unravel why self-hatred develops an...
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June 6, 2025 • 18 mins
Do you struggle to set boundaries that stick? You're not alone.
Boundaries protect your time, energy, and mental well-being, yet many of us feel guilty or back down when faced with pushback. Fortunately, boundary setting is a skill, and just like any skill, you can get better with practice.
This episode is all about helping you create boundaries you can feel good about. By the end of the episode, you'll know how to identify, co...
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Do you feel heard when you talk to people? Have you struggled to connect deeply with others in challenging moments? Validation could help you build trust, strengthen your relationships, and prevent miscommunications.
But validation is often misunderstood. You don't have to agree with someone to validate them.
No one knows this better than Dr. Caroline Fleck, a clinical psychologist and validation expert. In this episode, we disc...
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May 30, 2025 • 20 mins
Research shows 70% of us will experience trauma at least once in our lives, but many won’t seek therapy to work through it. Whether it’s because therapy doesn’t feel right for you, it’s not accessible, or you want to supplement it with additional strategies, there are many ways to recover from a traumatic experience.
From drum circles to spending time in nature, research shows you don't have to talk about trauma to heal from it. ...
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