Pay attention to how your thoughts change when you're faced with negative people. The more time you spend dreading, fretting, worrying, and rehashing, the less time you'll have to devote to more productive things. Make a conscious effort to reduce… — Amy Morin Copy Share Image
“When you learn to let go of the details you can’t control, the amount of time and energy you’ll be able to devote to… — Amy Morin Copy Share
Trying to change before you're ready isn't likely to be productive. For example, most New Year's resolutions don't last because people spring into action… — Amy Morin Copy Share
You certainly can't prevent all mental health problems - factors like genetics and traumatic life events certainly play a role. But everyone can take… — Amy Morin Copy Share
Even though your emotions aren't wrong, that doesn't mean you have to stay stuck in a particular mood. You can certainly choose to make… — Amy Morin Copy Share
Building mental strength is about learning to regulate your thoughts, manage your emotions, and behave productively despite whatever circumstances you find yourself in. — Amy Morin Copy Share
If you quit every time you face a new challenge, giving up can change how you view yourself. You may begin to think you're… — Amy Morin Copy Share
A lot of problems stem from a desire to avoid discomfort. For example, people who fear failure often avoid new challenges in an effort… — Amy Morin Copy Share
“When you notice yourself trying to control something that you can’t, ask yourself, What am I so afraid of? Do you worry someone else… — Amy Morin Copy Share
Narcissists - people with an inflated self-concept and a strong sense of uniqueness and superiority - seek attention and affirmation on Facebook. — Amy Morin Copy Share
Empowering yourself is an essential component to building mental strength and creating the kind of life you want to live. — Amy Morin Copy Share
“Retaining your power is about evaluating feedback to determine if it has any validity.” — Amy Morin Copy Share
Idealizing the reality of past romances won't do you any favors as you face Valentine's Day alone. — Amy Morin Copy Share
Mentally strong people don't shy away from change - nor do they expect immediate results. — Amy Morin Copy Share
Engaging in good habits 90 percent of the time, while indulging in bad habits 10 percent of time, places you at risk of being… — Amy Morin Copy Share
When self-doubt creeps in, don't ignore it - address it. Respond to harsh self-criticism with something more compassionate. Talk to yourself like a trusted… — Amy Morin Copy Share
