We think a lot about changing our eating habits, drinking habits, and exercise habits. But what about our mental habits? If you are stuck in habits of self-criticism, avoidance, worrying, or resisting what is, you won’t get very far. In this replay of a favorite episode, Dr. Diana Hill takes a fresh perspective on habit change by exploring 5 science-backed mental habits that will make your life better. Listen in for strategies you can apply to your life right now.

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