BOTM #19: 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do (Apr 2019)
Book Title: 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do
Author: Amy Morin
Who Is This Book For?
Ideal for anyone looking to strengthen their mental resilience, break negative habits, and face life’s challenges with confidence.
Key Takeaway:
Mental strength comes from letting go of limiting habits and embracing resilience.
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“You have the power to change your habits and transform your life.”
Main Idea:
In 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, Amy Morin shares insights into the habits and mindsets of mentally resilient people. By identifying behaviors to avoid—such as self-pity, dwelling on the past, and fearing change—Morin provides practical advice for building mental toughness, resilience, and emotional strength.
Key Themes:
Building Mental Resilience: Morin emphasizes resilience as the foundation for mental strength.
Letting Go of Negative Patterns: The book helps readers recognize and release unhelpful habits.
Embracing Positive Change: Morin encourages readers to face challenges with courage and self-belief.
5 Journaling Prompts:
Describe a recent challenge and how you responded. What could you learn from it?
What limiting behaviors or beliefs would you like to let go of?
What does mental resilience mean to you? How can you build it?
Write about a time when you faced a fear. How did it feel to overcome it?
What habits support your mental strength? What could you improve?