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Episode Synopsis
Are you thriving, or do you feel like you are barely surviving? If you feel stuck in survival mode, you are not alone. It is common, but you don't have to stay there.
Survival mode is helpful in a crisis. But staying stuck there too long can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to enjoy life fully. Fortunately, there are strategies that can help you escape survival mode so you can start to thrive.
Some of the things I discuss today are:
The five warning signs that you’re stuck in survival mode.
The mistakes that keep you stuck in survival mode.
Why survival mode feels so normal — and how to break the cycle.
How small, intentional changes can help you shift gears and build emotional resilience.
The role your environment plays in staying stuck.
The surprising ways fun, creativity, and connection can help you thrive.
Simple strategies to calm your nervous system and regain control.
The most important thing you can do today to break free.
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Survival mode is helpful in a crisis. But staying stuck there too long can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to enjoy life fully. Fortunately, there are strategies that can help you escape survival mode so you can start to thrive.
Some of the things I discuss today are:
The five warning signs that you’re stuck in survival mode.
The mistakes that keep you stuck in survival mode.
Why survival mode feels so normal — and how to break the cycle.
How small, intentional changes can help you shift gears and build emotional resilience.
The role your environment plays in staying stuck.
The surprising ways fun, creativity, and connection can help you thrive.
Simple strategies to calm your nervous system and regain control.
The most important thing you can do today to break free.
Mentally Strong App
Put this episode into action on the Mentally Strong app.
Try this for free — Episode 228 exercise.
Subscribe to the Mentally Strong app to unlock all the features.
Connect with the Show
Buy a copy of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do
Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor
Visit my website — AmyMorinLCSW.com
Sponsors
BetterHelp — Give online therapy a try and get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/mentallystrong
CocoaVia — Get 20% off with code Amy2025 at cocoavia.com.
OneSkin — Get 15% off OneSkin with the code STRONGER at https://www.oneskin.co/
ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/STRONGER to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today!
AirDoctor — Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today!
Shopify — Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/mentallystronger
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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