Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

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

225 — Control Your Vagus Nerve to Improve Your Mental and Physical Health With Dr. Kevin Tracey

June 30, 2025 • 53 mins
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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224 - 8 Myths About Feelings That Can Sabotage Your Emotional Intelligence

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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223 — How to Get the Deep Rest You Need for a Stronger, Clearer Mind with Dr. Therese Huston

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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222 — 5 Areas of Your Life to Declutter So You Feel Less Overwhelmed and More in Control

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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221 — Feeling Stuck? How Sharing Your Struggles Can Set You Free with Carnie Wilson

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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220 — 3 Nightly Questions to Ask Yourself to Build Emotional Intelligence, Boost Mental Strength, and Quiet Your Brain Before You Go to Sleep

June 13, 2025 • 17 mins
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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219 — Stop Hating Yourself: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reclaiming Your Worth with Dr. Blaise Aguirre

June 9, 2025 • 46 mins
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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218 — 3 Steps to Building Boundaries That Stick So You Can Reclaim Your Time and Energy

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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217 — The Science of Validation: The Secret Ingredient Your Relationships Need with Dr. Caroline Fleck

June 2, 2025 • 50 mins
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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216 — 7 Ways to Heal Trauma Without Going to Therapy

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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215 — Are You Addicted to Revenge? Why We Crave It and How to Break the Cycle with James Kimmel

May 26, 2025 • 56 mins
Revenge sounds like a good idea sometimes. Whether you want to get back at an ex or you want to hurt a coworker who wronged you, there's a reason why you might fantasize about getting even. It has to do with the way your brain works. Today's guest, James Kimmel Jr., is a researcher at Yale School of Medicine and the author of The Science of Revenge. He'll discuss how revenge becomes addictive and why you shouldn't entertain the id...
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214 — Why Self-Care Isn't the Answer to Your Problems

May 23, 2025 • 17 mins
Self-care often gets hailed as the ultimate fix for stress, burnout, and every mental health issue. But self-care is frequently misunderstood. Sometimes, it can be like putting a Band-Aid on a deeper wound. So if self-care isn't the cure-all answer, what really helps for long-term change? That's what I'm talking about today. Some of the things I share are: Why self-care isn’t designed to fix issues like negative thinking pa...
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BONUS: Try My New "Mentally Strong" App — 24/7 Support to Build Mental Strength

May 21, 2025 • 8 mins
Introducing Mentally Strong! My new program provides feedback, advice, and mental strength-building tools at any time you need them. I've spent over a year working on this, and I can't wait for you to try it! Mentally Strong gives you access to 16 specialized AI mental strength coaches. Whether you want help creating a script to say no to someone or you want clarity on how you're feeling, Mentally Strong can help. In today's epis...
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213 — 5 Signs of High Functioning Depression and What to Do About It with Dr.Judith Joseph

May 19, 2025 • 53 mins
High-functioning depression often goes unnoticed as people hide their struggles behind busy schedules and impressive achievements. But understanding and addressing these hidden challenges can help you find more joy and live a mentally stronger life. My guest is Dr. Judith Joseph, a Columbia-trained psychiatrist, clinical assistant professor, and leading voice on high-functioning depression. She is also the author of High Functioni...
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212 — What Are You Feeding Your Brain? Here's What You Need to Know About Your Mental Diet

May 16, 2025 • 19 mins
Have you stopped to consider what you're feeding your brain every day? You wouldn’t fuel your body with junk food and expect peak performance. But many of us do exactly that with our minds. We doomscroll or binge watch stuff without giving it a second thought. But the things you read, watch, and engage with shape your mental strength. Just like your physical diet, your mental diet has a profound impact on your focus, emotions, ...
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211 — 5 Ways to Add More Joy to Your Life with Dr. Tiffany Moon

May 12, 2025 • 49 mins
Do you get so caught up in chasing goals or ticking off your to-do list that you forget to enjoy life along the way? Or maybe you’re stuck and unsure how to bring more fun into your daily routine? Or maybe you think mental strength and joy can't go hand-in-hand? Dr. Tiffany Moon is here to discuss the life-changing power of joy. She is an anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and former cast member of Real Housewives. She’s also the aut...
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210 — Reverse Aging: Science-Backed Mental Strategies That Make You Look and Feel Younger

May 9, 2025 • 18 mins
What if your mind could reverse aging? Well, research shows mindset plays a major role in your physical health and your appearance as you grow older. The famous Counterclockwise Experiment shows that your mindset has the power to rewind the clock. Other studies have also shown that specific mental strategies could be the real fountain of youth. Some of the things I share are: How covering your gray hair could lower your blo...
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209 — The Money Talk Every Couple Needs to Have with Ramit Sethi

May 5, 2025 • 50 mins
Do finances cause stress in your relationship? Have you and your partner avoided conversations about money? Or are you stuck arguing over small expenses like groceries and takeout? Money is one of the most significant sources of conflict in relationships, but it doesn’t have to be. Personal finance expert Ramit Sethi, host of the Netflix series How to Get Rich and best-selling author of Money for Couples, discusses how couples can...
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208 — Coping With Anxiety: An Anxiety Toolkit for Fast Relief

May 2, 2025 • 20 mins
When anxiety creeps in slowly (or skyrockets suddenly), you're going to want fast relief. With the right tools, you can calm yourself down right away. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, but often the advice given for managing it is long-term lifestyle changes that feel out of reach when you're in a state of panic. As a therapist, however, I often teach people fast-acting tools for coping with anxiety. Som...
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207 — The Mindset Shift That Will Change Your Life — and How to Start Right Now with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman

April 28, 2025 • 47 mins
What if breaking free from a victim mindset could help you move forward so you can reach your greatest potential? Whether you're convinced your self-esteem is too low to change or you believe you're a victim of your past mistakes, you can take steps to change your narrative. Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman is a professor of psychology at Columbia University and the author of Rise Above. He's spent years researching the habits, mindsets...
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