The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong

Amy Morin unravels the secret of becoming mentally strong. She emphasizes the importance of mental strength in achieving goals and maintaining overall well-being. Morin discusses the role of unhealthy beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world, and how they can inhibit our progress.

She also suggests ways to train the brain to think differently and adopt healthier beliefs.

The impact of unhealthy beliefs

Unhealthy beliefs about ourselves, such as indulging in self-pity or envying others’ success, can lead to stagnation and depression.

It’s important to counter these beliefs with healthier ones and focus on personal growth and gratitude.

The power of good habits

Building mental strength is akin to building physical strength.

It requires cultivating good habits and giving up the bad ones.

This involves embracing uncomfortable emotions and moving past them, rather than avoiding them.

The role of acceptance in mental strength

Accepting that life isn’t always fair can be liberating.

This acceptance helps in dealing with suffering and prevents us from feeling perpetually victimized by our circumstances.