The Verywell Mind Podcast with Amy Morin
270 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsEditor-in-chief of Verywell Mind, therapist, and international bestselling author Amy Morin shares actionable advice for developing the mental strength you need to reach your greatest potential. On Mondays, she interviews authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other mentally strong people who explain the strategies they use to overcome the biggest battle we all face -- the battle within our own minds. Every Friday, she shares a quick exercise that will help you grow mentally stronger.
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176 - Brooke Shields Tells Us Why We're Never Too Old
June 13, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutesBrooke Shields has worked in Hollywood since 1978 as an actress and a model. She’s starred on magazine covers across the globe, appeared in movies like The Blue Lagoon, and starred in the TV show Suddenly Susan. She’s also a New York Times Best Selling author. In 2005, her book Down Came the Rain talked about the debilitating postpartum depression she experienced after the birth of her daughter, and this helped reduce the stigma associated with postpartum depression. In 2014, her book There W...
175 - Friday Fix: How to Keep Going When You Don't Feel Like It
June 10, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutesWhether you don’t feel like working out any longer or you don’t feel like cleaning the house, it’s tough to push yourself to do things you don’t feel like doing. That’s because your brain will try to hijack your behavior. It might tell you that you’re too tired to keep going. Or it might distract you with catastrophic thoughts. But you don’t have to believe your brain when it tells you that you can’t stand to keep going. In fact, pushing yourself to do things you don’t want to do is a great ...
174 - Break Free From Shame with Actor/TV Host Terry Crews
June 06, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutesTerry Crews is an NFL player turned actor and TV host. He has appeared on shows like Everybody Hates Chris and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. He’s also hosted shows like Who Wants to Be a Millionaire and America’s Got Talent. He’s the author of a new book called Tough. In it, he shares stories from his childhood, his experiences in the NFL, and how his idea of real toughness has evolved over the years. Some of the things he talks about in today's episode are how his definition of toughness has evolved o...
173 - Friday Fix: The 6 Stages of Change
June 03, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutesWhether you want to lose weight or you want to get out of debt, change doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a process. And much of that process happens long before we even begin to create change.Here are the six stages of change, how to identify which stage you're in, and what you can do to move through each stage.
172 - Friday Fix: Why TIPP Will Help You Get Through an Emotional Crisis
May 27, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutesWhen your nervous system is activated and you feel complete panic, thinking calming thoughts might not cut it. Or, when you feel so angry you can’t think clearly, you won’t be able to have a productive problem-solving conversation. Sometimes, it’s helpful to calm your nervous system first. Changing your body’s physiology can calm both your brain and your body. That’s where TIPP comes in. It involves four strategies that can change your body's physiology. And when you've calmed your nervous s...
171 - How to Make Friends and Keep Them with Best-Selling Author Eric Barker
May 23, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutesEric Barker is the creator of a blog called Barking Up the Wrong Tree which presents scientific answers about how to "be awesome at life." He’s also the author of two best-selling books. Barking Up the Wrong Tree addressed the science of success. His new book, Plays Well With Others, discusses the science behind relationships. Some of the things Eric talks about are why friends might be more important than family when it comes to our health and well-being, how to combat loneliness, and the sc...
170 - Friday Fix: How to Prevent Burnout
May 20, 2022 05:00 - 13 minutesDo you ever think you just don’t have any more to give? Are you emotionally exhausted? Do you feel cynical and hopeless? These are just a few signs that you might be experiencing burnout. High levels of chronic stress combined with a sense of feeling stuck can lead to burnout. You can’t always control all the factors that contribute to burnout. An unhealthy work environment may be to blame. But there are steps you can take to improve your individual situation. A few changes to your lifestyl...
169 - How to Develop Radical Confidence with Author Lisa Bilyeu
May 16, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutesLisa Bilyeu is co-founder of Quest Nutrition, a billion-dollar company. She’s also the president of Impact Theory, a weekly interview show that uncovers how achievers become successful. She’s now the author of a book called Radical Confidence. In it, she describes how changing her mindset helped her create the life of her dreams. Some of the things she talks about in today's episode are how gratitude was actually keeping her stuck in life, the difference between confidence and radical confide...
168 - Friday Fix: How to Stay Mentally Strong When Someone Is Gaslighting You
May 13, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutesWhen someone is gaslighting you, you’ll likely second guess yourself. Gaslighters are good at convincing you that you’ve lost touch with reality. Whether they lie about your behavior, insist your feelings are irrational, or say your thoughts are distorted, their goal is to cause you to feel as though you’re losing your mind. While gaslighting is most often discussed in terms of romantic relationships, it can occur in other relationships too. Your boss, friends, extended family, or even your d...
167 - Strategies for Healing & Resilience with Holocaust Survivor Dr. Edith Eger & Daughter Dr. Marianne Engle
May 09, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutesEdith Eger was a Jew living in Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe when she and her family were sent to Auschwitz, a death camp. Dr. Eger and her sister survived, but their parents did not. After the war, Dr. Eger got married and had a baby. She and her husband moved to the United States in 1949, and she got her degree in psychology. She began treating people with PTSD, which inspired her to continue working on healing herself. Now, she’s written two books, The Choice and The Gift, where she chronic...
166 - Friday Fix: How to Avoid Decision Fatigue
May 06, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutesDo you ever feel like your brain can’t possibly make one more decision? Do simple choices feel overwhelming sometimes? If so, you might be experiencing decision fatigue. It’s a real problem that can affect all of us. Our decision-making mental muscles only have so much energy. And when those reserves are depleted, decision-making can go downhill fast. For some people, decision fatigue causes them to make poor choices. For others, the weariness makes it nearly impossible to decide on anything ...
165 - How to Heal Your Childhood Wounds with Actress Chrissy Metz
May 04, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutesChrissy Metz is an American actress and singer. She’s best known for her role as Kate Pearson on the TV series This Is Us. She’s been nominated for two Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and she’s won two Screen Actors Guild Awards. Chrissy’s 2018 book, This Is Me, became a #1 New York Times Best Seller. In it, she describes her life growing up, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and her tips for living your best life. Some of the things Chrissy talks about today are how she'...
164 - Friday Fix: Ask Me Anything (Part 3)
April 29, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutesEvery week, my inbox is flooded with questions from podcast listeners and readers who want to know about mental health, mental strength, and therapy. As much as I’d love to be able to respond to each message, it’s no longer feasible to do so. So that’s where these "Ask Me Anything" episodes come in. Every month or so, I pick a few questions and address them on the podcast. On today’s show, I answer questions about recognizing if you have depression, dealing with in-law relationships, and se...
163 - Communication Mistakes Most Couples Make with Couples Therapist Dr. Jenn Mann
April 25, 2022 05:00 - 36 minutesJenn Mann is a licensed marriage and family therapist who is best known for being the host of VH1’s hit shows Couples Therapy and Family Therapy. She’s the author of several best-selling books including The Relationship Fix: Dr. Jenn’s 6-Step Guide to Improving Communication, Connection & Intimacy.Some of the things she talks about today are common communication mistakes, how to reconnect with your partner, and how to improve your relationship.
162 - Friday Fix: The Best Way to Combat Imposter Syndrome
April 22, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutesImposter syndrome is that uncomfortable feeling you experience when you think you’re unqualified and incompetent. You might look around and assume everyone knows what they’re doing except you. And if you achieve something good, you’ll chalk your accomplishments up to “good luck.” Almost everyone experiences imposter syndrome at one point or another. For some people, it’s a small problem. For others though, it can be debilitating. If you have imposter syndrome, you might worry that someone i...
161 - Self-Care Tips From TV Host Brooke Burke
April 18, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutesBrooke is a television personality, author, fitness trainer, actress, and entrepreneur. She’s appeared on my shows over the years, including hosting Wild On!, a travel show that appeared on the E! network. She won the seventh season of Dancing With the Stars and then became a co-host of the show. She’s the host of the Intimate Knowledge podcast. She’s appeared on the cover of many fitness, lifestyle, and fashion magazines. Despite her busy lifestyle, she makes self-care a top priority in her...
160 - Friday Fix: Why the Fear of Embarrassment Can Literally Kill You
April 15, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutesWhether you carried on a whole conversation with spinach in your teeth or you slipped and fell in front of a whole room full of people, embarrassing moments are inevitable. Although embarrassment feels uncomfortable, it won’t kill you. But the fear of embarrassment might actually be deadly. Fortunately, there’s help for people who fear being judged or who fear that they’ll experience embarrassment. It’s an issue we frequently address in the therapy office. Rather than avoid embarrassing mom...
159 - How to Tell if Someone Is Lying With Psychologist Paul Ekman
April 11, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutesPaul Ekman is often called “the human lie detector,” and he’s considered the world’s deception detection expert. He’s the inspiration behind the hit series Lie to Me, and he consulted on the movie Inside Out. He’s also trained organizations, such as police departments and the TSA, on how to tell when someone is lying. TIME Magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world. He’s also been ranked fifteenth among the most influential psychologists of the 21st century. Some ...
158 - Friday Fix: A Simple Way to Make a Tough Decision
April 08, 2022 05:00 - 8 minutesWe’ve all wrestled with tough decisions before. Should I move to a new city? Should I find a different job? Should I end this relationship? It’s not always those big decisions that are tough. Some smaller decisions are tough too. Should I call the teacher to tell her that my child is being bullied even though my child asked me not to? Should I call my friend and tell them they hurt my feelings? When you’re struggling to know what to do, you likely have some go-to habits you reach for. Maybe...
157 - How to Find the Courage to Be Yourself with TV Personality Craig Conover
April 04, 2022 05:00 - 36 minutesCraig Conover is an attorney who stars in Bravo TV’s reality show, Southern Charm. He’s also the author of Pillow Talk: What’s Wrong With My Sewing? Craig could easily make it look like he has everything figured out. He’s successful in so many different ways. But, he chooses to talk openly about his struggles with mental health and his past Adderall abuse. Some of the things he shares on the show are how he’s been bullied, how not everyone understands his passion for sewing, and how he’s man...
156 - Friday Fix: How to Respond to Unhelpful Thoughts
April 01, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutesYour brain tries to be helpful. It tells you about the dangers you should be looking out for so that you don’t get hurt. It also likes to remind you of past mistakes in an attempt to prevent you from repeating them. Of course, though, your brain doesn’t always get it right. It may repeatedly warn you that you shouldn’t apply for a job because you can’t handle the rejection. Or it may dredge up past memories that cause you to stay stuck in a dark place. There may be times when your brain over...
155 - How to Develop a Healthy Mindset About Food with "The Fitness Chef" Graeme Tomlinson
March 28, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutesGraeme Tomlinson is a nutrition coach and a personal trainer. His Instagram account has attracted over 1 million followers, making it one of the most popular nutrition/fitness social media accounts in the world. He’s made it his mission to educate people on the facts about healthy eating. He debunks many of the popular diet culture myths and helps people better understand the false information that is spread in food advertisements. His latest book, Lose Weight Without Losing Your Mind, expla...
154 - Friday Fix: How to Be Mentally Strong When You’re Experiencing Uncomfortable Emotions
March 25, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutesSometimes, people assume that experiencing an uncomfortable emotion (like sadness or anxiety, is a sign of weakness). This is not true. In fact, allowing yourself to fully experience an uncomfortable emotion is a sign of strength, not weakness. It’s easier to push your feelings aside or pretend they don’t exist rather than work through them. There are lots of ways to work through tough feelings—some are healthier than others. In this episode of The Verywell Mind Podcast, I share how to stay ...
153 - How to Fight Depression with NFL Reporter Jay Glazer
March 21, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutesJay Glazer hosts FOX Sports’ award-winning NFL pregame show, FOX NFL Sunday. He’s developed a reputation for breaking major stories in the NFL throughout the year, and he’s become the “go-to” reporter for gaining accurate information about football updates. Now, he’s written a book called Unbreakable, in which he talks openly about his battle with depression and anxiety. He shares the strategies he uses to manage his mental health. Some of the things he talks about today are why he named his ...
152 - Friday Fix: Increase Your Willpower with Temptation Bundling
March 18, 2022 05:00 - 7 minutesWe all have things that we don’t want to do yet feel obligated to do them. Working out, cleaning the house, and paying the bills are just a few of those things that most of us don’t love doing yet we know these things are important. It’s hard to force yourself to do something boring or to keep going on a task that you don’t feel like doing. When we give up on our goals (like quitting the gym), or we avoid doing something often enough (like cleaning the house), we can get down ourselves for n...
151 - How to Harness the Power of Anxiety With Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki
March 14, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutesWendy Suzuki is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology in the Center for Neural Science at New York University. She invests much of her time studying brain plasticity–how the brain is able to grow and adapt over the lifespan. She is known for her extensive work studying areas of the brain that are critical to our ability to develop and retain long-term memories. But she’s also conducted a lot of research on anxiety and how we can use it as a way to empower ourselves. Some of the thing...
150 - Friday Fix: Simple Tips for Improving Your Mental Health
March 11, 2022 06:00 - 10 minutesAddressing your mental health might feel daunting when you don’t know what to do or when you’re experiencing a mental health issue. You might imagine you have to sign up for a yoga class or learn complicated meditation techniques. While those things might improve your mental health, they aren’t the only options. There are plenty of things you can do right now to feel better. In today’s episode, I share some simple but effective ways to improve your mental health. They’re free and most of the...
149 - How to Stop Numbing Your Emotions with Best-Selling Author Mallory Ervin
March 07, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutesMallory Ervin held the title of Miss Kentucky in 2009. In 2010, she was fourth runner-up for Miss America. She also competed on the reality show The Amazing Race three separate times. Despite all the success she had on the outside, she didn’t feel worthy on the inside. And she developed an addiction to pills to help numb her feelings. Now, she’s written a best-selling book called Living Fully in which she writes about how she finally learned to live a bigger, better life that didn’t depend o...
148 - Friday Fix: How to Become Mentally Stronger
March 04, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutesWhile most people understand what it takes to become physically strong, there’s a lot of confusion about how to grow mentally strong. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to develop mental strength. You might even do some of them already without realizing that they’re helping you grow mentally stronger. In this episode, I share the three components of mental strength. I also talk about some specific exercises that can help you develop more mental strength. And I clear up some common...
147 - How to Become Your Own Biggest Fan with Actress KJ Smith
February 28, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutesKJ Smith is an actress who stars in the BET comedy-drama series Sistas and Starz’s Power Book III: Raising Kanan. She isn’t shy about talking about her mental health. She has become an advocate for therapy and self-care.Some of the things she talks about today are how she learned to be comfortable with her emotions, how she modifies her environment to stay mentally healthy, and how she establishes healthy boundaries.
146 - Friday Fix: What to Put in Your Calendar to Reduce Depression
February 25, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutesDepression is complicated but some of the treatments can be simple. That doesn’t mean following through with these treatments is easy–battling depression is a tough job. But it does mean that a few lifestyle changes can sometimes make a big difference to someone who is living with depression. On today’s Friday Fix episode, I share how therapists often help people battle depression with behavioral therapy. Changing a few things in your calendar could reduce your depression. So today, I’m sha...
145 - Friday Fix: Ask Me Anything (Part 2)
February 18, 2022 06:00 - 11 minutesOne of the really fun parts about having a podcast is that I get to answer your questions on the show in real-time. In my work as an author, it’s more of a one-sided conversation. I share my ideas in a book, and while I do receive plenty of messages from readers, I don’t really get to answer questions. But a podcast is different. I can answer questions in real-time. It’s almost like being able to have a two-way conversation with our listeners. So I thought it was a good time to do another As...
145 - Friday Fix: Ask Me Anything Part 2
February 18, 2022 06:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MBOne of the really fun parts about having a podcast is that I get to answer your questions on the show in real-time. In my work as an author, it’s more of a one-sided conversation. I share my ideas in a book, and while I do receive plenty of messages from readers, I don’t really get to answer questions. But a podcast is different. I can answer questions in real-time. It’s almost like being able to have a two-way conversation with our listeners. So I thought it was a good time to do anothe...
144 - Unpack Your Emotional Baggage with Hall of Fame Radio Host Charlamagne Tha God
February 15, 2022 06:00 - 37 minutesBorn Lenard McKelvey, Charlamagne Tha God is one of the most influential voices in media. He’s the outspoken host of The Breakfast Club, a radio show that reaches over 4.5 million listeners each week. He also co-hosts a popular podcast, The Brilliant Idiots, where he and Andrew Shulz discuss the biggest issues of the day. He hosts a TV show as well, called Tha God’s Honest Truth, which appears on Comedy Central. It’s a late-night show that addresses a variety of social issues. He became an ad...
143 - Friday Fix: How to Journal to Build Mental Strength
February 11, 2022 06:00 - 10 minutesHave you thought about journaling but didn’t know where to start? Do you think writing about your feelings would be a waste of time? If so, you’re not alone. I hear many therapy clients say they’ve considered journaling over the years, but for one reason or another, they just didn’t start it. Or if they did start journaling, they didn’t stick with it. Staring at a blank piece of paper might feel intimidating. Or you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer volumes of journals sold in stores. But ...
142 - The Power of Regret with Best-Selling Author Daniel Pink
February 07, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutesDaniel Pink is a New York Times Best Selling author whose books have sold millions of copies around the world. His fascinating titles about business and behavior include books such as When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing and Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us. His newest book, The Power of Regret, discusses how to use regret to move ourselves forward in life. He surveyed more than 15,000 people from around the world and uncovered some interesting facts about regret....
141 - Friday Fix: The Pros and Cons of Online Therapy
February 04, 2022 07:00 - 12 minutesAlthough online therapy has grown in popularity during the pandemic, a lot of people are still hesitant to try it. And it’s wise to question whether online treatment can be effective as face-to-face therapy. Afterall, the relationship between a client and a therapist is key to a positive treatment outcome. Can someone really establish a healthy alliance with a therapist over video chat or messaging? As a therapist who has only ever provided face-to-face treatment, I had a lot of questions mys...
140 - The Sleep Fix with ABC News Anchor & Former Insomniac Diane Macedo
January 31, 2022 06:00 - 37 minutesDiane Macedo is an Emmy Award-winning journalist who works as an anchor and correspondent for ABC News. She often appears on Good Morning America, World News Tonight, and World News Now. She’s also the author of The Sleep Fix, a book that describes how she overcame insomnia. By reading countless studies and interviewing many experts, Diane discovered strategies that helped her get better quality sleep. Now, she’s sharing those strategies to help other people learn how to fix their sleep prob...
139 - Friday Fix: Fake a Smile to Have a Better Day
January 28, 2022 06:00 - 7 minutesIt’s true that happy people smile. But it may also be true that people feel happy because they smile.Faking a smile might boost your mood, reduce your stress, and help you bounce back from challenges fast. But you may have also heard about the dangers of forcing a smile when you aren’t feeling it. After all, aren’t you repressing your emotions? There’s a difference between faking a smile for someone else’s benefit and giving yourself a smile to boost your mood. This episode will explain what ...
138 - Does Indecisiveness Mean You’re Not Ready for Change? We Ask Dr. William Miller
January 24, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutesWilliam Miller, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and a professor of psychology and psychiatry at the University of Mexico. He's also the co-founder of motivational interviewing, a strategy therapists use to help people deal with the ambivalence they feel about change. He’s the author of many books, including his most recent book, On Second Thought, which explores the subject of ambivalence. Some of the things he talks about are how to accept that you're not completely committed to change, ...
137 - Friday Fix: A Quick Trick for Becoming Less Judgmental
January 21, 2022 06:00 - 8 minutesWhether you say, “That chicken was too spicy,” or “The presentation was awful,” you might have strong judgments about the things around you. And while you’re entitled to your opinion, there are ways to experience opinions without being too judgmental. Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that your opinion isn’t a fact, however. Just because you thought a movie was great doesn’t mean everyone else in the family will like it. And your opinion isn’t any more or less true than anyone els...
137: Friday Fix: A Quick Trick for Becoming Less Judgmental
January 21, 2022 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.76 MBWhether you say, “That chicken was too spicy,” or “The presentation was awful,” you might have strong judgments about the things around you. And while you’re entitled to your opinion, there are ways to experience opinions without being too judgmental. Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that your opinion isn’t a fact, however. Just because you thought a movie was great doesn’t mean everyone else in the family will like it. And your opinion isn’t any more or less true than anyone e...
136 - Choose Your Story, Change Your Life with Best-Selling Author Kindra Hall
January 17, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutesKindra Hall is a Wall Street Journal best-selling author and an award-winning storyteller. She’s also the chief storytelling officer at Success magazine. Her newest book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life, is a self-help book that teaches readers how to shift their narrative in a healthy way. Some of the things Kindra talks about on the show are how to choose a different version of the stories you tell yourself, how changing your stories could change the entire path of your life, and how to...
135 - Friday Fix: Why Assuming the Best in People Benefits You
January 14, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutesWhile some people say you should always give others the ‘benefit of the doubt,’ other people say doing so means you let people take advantage of you. After all, not everyone has good intentions. But assuming the best in others doesn’t have to come at your own expense. In fact, you can still assume other people are doing their best while also establishing clear boundaries with them. There’s a surprising upside of assuming the best in others; it actually lowers your stress level. But it take...
135 - Friday Fix: Friday Fix: Why Assuming the Best in People Benefits You
January 14, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.63 MBWhile some people say you should always give others the ‘benefit of the doubt,’ other people say doing so means you let people take advantage of you. After all, not everyone has good intentions. But assuming the best in others doesn’t have to come at your own expense. In fact, you can still assume other people are doing their best while also establishing clear boundaries with them. There’s a surprising upside of assuming the best in others; it actually lowers your stress level. But it ...
134 - Rewire Your Brain for Recovery with Addiction Specialist Erica Spiegelman
January 10, 2022 06:00 - 38 minutesErica is a self-described recovering alcoholic who chose to become a certified drug and alcohol counselor. When she stopped drinking, she learned that she needed to learn some new skills to aid her recovery. She’s written several books including, Rewired: A Bold New Approach to Addiction & Recovery. In it, she explains how people can rewire their brains, change their behavior, and create positive changes in their lives. Some of the things Erica talks about on the show are what most people don...
133 - Friday Fix: How to Stop Being a People-Pleaser
January 07, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutesIt’s normal to want to be liked and accepted. But if taken too far, you could become a people-pleaser. People-pleasing can become a chronic habit that is tough to break. You might say yes to things you don’t want to do to prevent someone from getting angry. Or you might say what you think people want to hear so that you’ll fit in with those around you. If you’ve been a lifelong people-pleaser, it’s tough to stand up for yourself and express your true opinions. But it’s important to do so. Be...
132 - How to Heal From Intergenerational Trauma With Holistic Psychologist Mariel Buqué
January 03, 2022 06:00 - 37 minutesMariel Buquè is a Columbia University-trained psychologist and sound bath meditation healer. She specializes in helping people heal wounds that stem from intergenerational trauma.Some of the things she talks about on today's episode are how trauma can be passed down from one generation to the next, the five things that can happen when you experience intergenerational trauma, and the strategies that can stop the cycle.
131 - The 10 Most Popular Episodes of 2021
December 20, 2021 06:00 - 20 minutesTo say it’s been a strange year sounds like an understatement. There were lots of ups and downs in terms of public health, the economy, and the re-opening of many businesses. And while there was a lot of talk in the past about “things returning to normal,” this year made it clear that things likely won’t go back to the way they used to be. Instead, we’ll be establishing a new normal. Throughout all the highs and lows, we were thrilled to be able to bring you The Verywell Mind Podcast. We’re ...
130 - Friday Fix: 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Creating Goals for Yourself
December 17, 2021 06:00 - 8 minutesWhen you struggle to reach your goals, you might be tempted to blame it on a lack of self-discipline or too many obstacles that stood in your way. But, there’s a chance the problem wasn’t a character flaw or even an environmental issue. Instead, the problem might have been the goal itself. If you don’t establish a clear, helpful goal in the beginning, you’ll set yourself up for failure. Whether you want to get in better shape, pay off your debt, become a happier person, or launch your own bus...