Amy Morin

Speaker

Amy Morin

  • International bestselling author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, with over 1 million copies sold in 40+ languages
  • Licensed psychotherapist, mental strength trainer, and columnist for Forbes, Psychology Today, and Verywell Mind
  • Global keynote speaker on emotional resilience, leadership mindset, and building mental toughness in uncertain times

Amy Morin is a licensed psychotherapist, mental strength coach, and internationally bestselling author whose groundbreaking work has transformed how people approach resilience and leadership. Her viral article 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do became one of Forbes’ most-read of all time and led to a global bestselling book series now published in more than 40 languages.

With nearly two decades of clinical experience and a background in psychology and social work, Amy has trained Fortune 500 leaders, elite athletes, and military personnel in building mental toughness and emotional agility. She is the editor-in-chief of Verywell Mind, one of the world’s most trusted mental health sites, reaching over 150 million readers annually.

Amy is also a sought-after keynote speaker whose TEDx talk, The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong, has garnered over 22 million views. In addition to her books and global media presence, she hosts The Verywell Mind Podcast, where she shares practical tools for navigating adversity, boosting mental fitness, and leading with strength in uncertain times.


Career Highlights:

At Pendulum Summit 2026, Morin will deliver transformative insights to help leaders strengthen mindset, navigate pressure, and lead with clarity:

  • Mental Strength in Leadership: The habits that drain resilience—and how high-performing leaders can replace them with strategies for lasting mental toughness.
  • Emotional Agility Under Pressure: How to stay focused, composed, and effective in the face of uncertainty, criticism, and high-stakes decision-making.
  • The Psychology of Influence: Using empathy, credibility, and mental discipline to inspire teams and create meaningful impact.
  • Resilience as a Skill: Practical, science-backed tools to recover from setbacks, sustain motivation, and lead others through adversity.

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