25 Top Quotes From 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do
13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do by Amy Morin is a powerful self-help book that identifies the common habits and thought patterns that can undermine mental strength and resilience. Based on the author's personal experiences and professional expertise as a psychotherapist, the book outlines practical strategies for building mental fortitude and emotional well-being. Morin dispels misconceptions about mental strength and demonstrates that it is not about suppressing emotions but rather about developing healthy coping mechanisms and constructive attitudes.
The book covers essential areas of personal growth, from managing negative thoughts and emotions to setting boundaries and developing a growth mindset. Morin uses relatable stories and engaging examples to illustrate each of the 13 things that mentally strong people avoid, offering actionable advice for readers to implement in their own lives. With its clear and accessible style, "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do" serves as a valuable guide for anyone seeking to develop resilience, inner strength, and a positive outlook on life. Whether facing adversity or striving for personal growth, this book equips readers with the tools to overcome challenges and lead a more fulfilling and emotionally resilient life. (13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do Summary).
13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do Quotes
"Developing mental strength means knowing that you’ll be okay no matter what happens" (Meaning)
"Not every person that is unkind to each other is morally bankrupt or mentally ill, as we assume trolls are. Hurt people will hurt people.”
"When thinking about how responsible you are for a situation, a problem, or an issue, keep these truths in mind: You can influence others but you are not responsible for their choices. You have no way of knowing how things would have turned out if you had done things differently. You made your choices based on the information you had then (not the information you have now). The goal doesn’t need to be to get your culpability to 0 percent, but it does mean you can be accountable without accepting unnecessary blame.”
"There’s a big difference between privacy and secrecy. Privacy is voluntary. Secrecy isn’t.”
"The emphasis on achievement also plays into self-doubt. It sounds inspiring to tell girls that they can be anything they want, but unless we tell them how to deal with mistakes, failures, and setbacks, we’re not giving them the skills they need to succeed.”
"Sometimes, you’re better off accepting that self-doubt is part of the process. Rather than waste your energy trying to force yourself to feel confident, move forward. Use your uncertainty to fuel your effort, and you may increase your chances of success.”
"Rejection means you’re reaching for something bigger and better. It says you’re stepping outside of your comfort zone and stretching yourself to see how far you can go.”
"People who persevered in life didn’t just have healthy habits—they were also intentional about avoiding the unhealthy habits that would keep them stuck.”
"Don’t be too hard on yourself. There are plenty of people willing to do that for you. —Susan Gale”
"And while her lifestyle reduced her anxiety, it also fueled her depression.”
"Refuse to let your errors lead you to build a permanent wall around yourself. Learn from your mistakes and cut yourself some slack.”
"Be the woman who fixes another woman’s crown without telling the world it was crooked.”
"Being mentally strong isn’t about toughing it out in situations that drain your energy. Instead, it’s important to create a life that helps you flourish. So while sometimes it’s important to work on changing yourself, at other times it’s important to change your environment.”
"Too often, people look at failed ventures as proof they shouldn’t accept new challenges in the future. But that’s not a helpful way to look at the situation. Just because you were rejected or you failed to meet your goal, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have tried. At the end of the day, ask yourself, “Did my willingness to accept a new challenge sharpen my skills?” Perhaps you learned more about courage, or maybe you sharpened your social skills.”
"Self-blame prevents you from changing the environment. It keeps you focused on trying to fix yourself, even when there’s nothing within you that needs to be fixed.”
"If your self-doubt is rooted in truth, take steps to increase your chances of success. Gaining more skills, practicing more, and getting more experience are just a few ways you could increase your chances of success.”
"Strive to become your best self, rather than better than someone else. Decide that the only person you should compare yourself to is the person you were yesterday.”
"Simply being aware of your emotions—and labeling your feelings as sad, happy, or anxious—can help you realize that your self-doubt may be irrational. Learning to say to yourself, “OK, I’m feeling anxious right now so I might be underestimating myself,” or “I’m sad today so I might be overestimating how painful rejection will feel,” could help you gain a more realistic perspective.”
"When you’re willing to keep moving forward, even when you aren’t 100 percent sure you’ll reach your goals, you can accomplish incredible feats. Each time you refuse to let self-doubt hold you back, you build a little more mental muscle. And the stronger you become, the easier it is to stay confident in your abilities.”
"True mental strength is about cutting yourself a break sometimes.”
"You are stronger than you think, and you can handle feeling embarrassed, being rejected, or failing to succeed.”
"Employees who eventually succeed have typically been turned down for assignments and rejected for promotions several times. They don’t give up after feeling disappointed or turned away. Giving up after being rejected lets other people limit your potential. Just because one person didn’t think you had enough skills or talent doesn’t mean you don’t have talent or that you can’t improve yourself.”
"When you give up comparing yourself to other people you’ll be free to focus on your best effort.”
"Filter out the stuff that isn’t helpful. The more time you invest in trying to change someone’s mind or to prove your worthiness, the less time you’ll be working on your goals.”
"Vulnerability is the last thing I want you to see in me, but the first thing I look for in you.”
― Quotes from the book 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do by Amy Morin
13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do Author
Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, licensed clinical social worker, and best-selling author whose work revolves around mental strength and resilience. Through her viral blog post "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do," which received millions of views, she garnered widespread recognition and transformed it into a bestselling book. In "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do," Morin combines her professional expertise with personal experiences, having overcome her own challenges after the tragic loss of her mother. Her approach centers on building mental fortitude by embracing emotional intelligence, cultivating positive habits, and reframing negative thought patterns. Morin's insightful teachings provide practical strategies to navigate life's inevitable setbacks, empowering individuals to develop a robust and resilient mindset that enables them to thrive in the face of adversity.
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Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
