Insights from ‘13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do’ by Amy Morin Flashcards
What approach do mentally strong people take when they feel the world owes them something?
They shift their focus to helping others in need, such as coworkers, friends, or family members, to stop keeping score of perceived injustices.
True or False: Mentally strong people focus on things they can’t control.
False
Fill in the blank: Mentally strong people recognize they can’t control _____ but can control their actions and focus.
others, past events, and the future
What technique did Heather Von St. James use to manage her fears of things she couldn’t control?
She wrote her fears on a plate and smashed it into a fire, symbolizing her decision to let go of what she couldn’t control.
What exercise can someone do to clarify what they can and can’t control in life?
They can draw a line on a piece of paper, listing what they can’t control on the top half and what they can control on the bottom half, then discard the ‘can’t control’ list to let go of those worries.
How can viewing a mistake as if someone else made it help in personal growth?
It allows a person to analyze the mistake objectively, identify thoughts, behaviors, and external factors, and plan alternative actions for the future.
True or False: Mentally strong people avoid learning from their mistakes to prevent repeating them.
False
Why should someone carry a list of reasons to avoid repeating past mistakes?
To increase motivation when tempted to revert to previous behavior patterns.
What does Amy Morin suggest people should stop doing to avoid feeling that the world owes them something?
Stop feeling sorry for themselves and resenting others’ successes.
What benefit does focusing on controllable factors provide to mentally strong people?
It helps them avoid wasting energy on things they can’t control and prevents them from dwelling on the past.
What impact does prioritizing personal growth have on mentally strong people’s approach to failure?
They are more likely to embrace change, take calculated risks, and continue after failure, seeing each experience as an opportunity to learn and grow.
True or False: Mentally strong people avoid calculated risks to minimize potential failures.
False
According to Amy Morin, what can alone time provide for mentally strong people?
Alone time allows for reflection and self-improvement, essential for personal growth.
Fill in the blank: Mentally strong people learn from mistakes to avoid making the same ones _____.
repeatedly
What practice can help mentally strong people stop trying to please everyone?
Focusing on what they can control and not allowing others’ opinions to dictate their life choices.
