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13 things mentally strong people don't do

Shana LebowitzJun 23, 2016, 19:30 IST

A mountain climber traverses Beinn an Lochain in Scotland.Flickr/Gary Crawford

Sure, mental strength is reflected in what you do - like putting things in perspective and facing your fears - but it comes through just as much in what you don't do.

In her book "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do," Amy Morin writes that developing mental strength is a "three-pronged approach." It's about controlling your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.

Read on for Morin's list of 13 things mentally strong people avoid at all costs.

This is an update of an article originally written by Steven Benna.