141 Quotes by Amy Morin

When you stop trying to control every aspect of your life, you’ll have more time and energy to devote to things you can control.

Each time you avoid saying no to something you really don’t want, you give away your power.

Mother Teresa said, “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.

Anger, shame, and guilt can run your life if you’re not careful. Letting go of those emotions helps you to be in charge of your life.

Retaining your power is about being confident in who you are and the choices you make, despite the people around you and the circumstances you’re in.

Giving other people the power to control how you think, feel, and behave makes it impossible to be mentally strong.

Almost every situation has a silver lining. Ask any kid what the best part about having divorced parents is and most of them will say, “I get more presents at Christmas!” Obviously, there isn’t much good that arises from divorce, but getting twice as many presents is one small aspect of divorce that some kids rather enjoy.

Developing mental strength is about improving your ability to regulate your emotions, manage your thoughts, and behave in a positive manner, despite your circumstances.

Being mentally strong isn’t about acting tough. You don’t have to become a robot or appear to have a tough exterior when you’re mentally strong. Instead, it’s about acting according to your values.