57 - Friday Fix: How to Find Inner Strength When You Need It the Most

The Verywell Mind Podcast

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Health & Fitness, Self-improvement, Mental Health, Education

5 • 703 Ratings

🗓️ 19 March 2021

⏱️ 9 minutes

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Summary

When you’re faced with a stressful situation, your brain might be quick to remind you of all the ways you’re not equipped to handle the challenge. Whether your bills are piling up or you’re worried about a loved one with a health issue, difficult experiences raise your stress levels. And the more stressed you feel, the less likely you are to cope with the situation in a healthy way. Fortunately, you can take steps to reduce your distress no matter how difficult the situation. On today’s Friday Fix, I share a quick science-backed strategy that can help you unleash your inner superhero. The truth is, you have an inner strength that you draw upon, and knowing how to dig deep when you need it the most can help you get through life’s toughest challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	Welcome to the Very Well Mind podcast. We've interviewed over 100 authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and others to help you learn strategies to care for your mental health.
0:22.9	This episode is hosted by psychotherapist and bestselling author Amy Morin. Now let's get into the episode.
0:46.0	Okay. We're listening to the Friday fix.
0:50.9	Every Friday, I share a quick mental strength exercise that will help fix the thoughts,
0:54.9	emotions, and actions that drain you of the mental strength you need to be your best.
1:00.1	Before I jump in today's episode, I want to read a review that appears on Apple Podcasts.
1:02.1	Brenda R80 said,
1:07.5	Love this podcast. The people you interview are so inspiring. Thanks so much.
1:11.7	You're welcome, Brenda. We're glad that you enjoy listening to the guests that we interview.
1:18.2	We work really hard to find guests that are willing to share actionable tips about the ways in which they've built mental strength.
1:22.9	If you like this show, we'd love for you to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts as well.
1:28.2	Send me a screenshot of your review on Instagram, where you can find me as Amy Moore and author,
1:35.2	and I'll give you free access to my online course, 10 mental strength exercises that will help you reach your greatest potential.
1:39.2	It's my way of saying thank you for supporting the Very Well Mind podcast.
1:42.5	Now, let's dive in today's episode.
1:47.4	Today I'm talking about the best way to stay mentally strong when you're going through a tough time.
1:57.1	Researchers examine what helps people stay resilient during tough times, and they found that the number one thing that helps people is their belief in themselves.
2:01.7	People who believe that they can get through tough times and have confidence in their ability experience less distress. That's important because when you're really stressed out, you can't
2:07.8	think straight. You'll stay focused on how awful you feel and you won't even know where to begin or
2:12.8	what to do. We've probably all been there at least once in our lives where our distress levels are so high, it's hard to function.
2:20.2	Reducing your distress helps you tackle a situation head on.
2:24.0	When you're less stressed, you can take more helpful steps toward managing your emotions.
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