Amy Morin Books

Pain is one of life’s most powerful teachers. As parents, it’s natural to want to protect our kids—but when we shield them from struggle, we send a subtle message: you’re not capable of handling discomfort. I have seen many loving parents rush to fix every problem—a lost game, a sad friendship, a lo...

From 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do: Raising Self-Assured Children and Training Their Brains for a Life of Happiness, Meaning, and Success

One of the hidden dynamics in modern parenting is how easily authority shifts. We want to empower our kids, but empowerment without boundaries breeds chaos. When children learn they can manipulate rules—perhaps through tantrums, guilt, or charm—they internalize that leadership is up for negotiation....

From 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do: Raising Self-Assured Children and Training Their Brains for a Life of Happiness, Meaning, and Success

Self-pity is seductive. It whispers that you deserve better, that the world has wronged you, that someone else must fix it. I’ve felt its pull myself—after loss, pain, and disappointment. But dwelling in that space only deepens the hurt. Mentally strong people understand that while life is sometimes...

From 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do

I often remind clients that no one can control your emotions unless you hand them that control. When someone says, “That person makes me mad,” what they’re really saying is, “I’ve surrendered my power.” Mentally strong people refuse to do this. They know that power isn’t taken—it’s given. The more y...

From 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do

Comparison is the silent thief of joy. In my years as a therapist, I saw how often women measured their value against others—her achievements, her body, her relationship, her Instagram feed. The problem isn’t admiration; it’s the conclusion that someone else’s success means less room for yours. When...

From 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do: Own Your Power, Channel Your Confidence, and Find Your Authentic Voice for a Life of Meaning and Joy

Perfectionism is often mistaken for ambition; yet it’s fueled by fear—the fear of not being enough, the fear of disappointing others. Strong women know that chasing flawlessness is a losing battle. Life doesn’t reward perfection; it rewards persistence, learning, and courage. I’ve met countless wom...

From 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do: Own Your Power, Channel Your Confidence, and Find Your Authentic Voice for a Life of Meaning and Joy