Remember those old Nintendo 64 games where you had to write down a 24-character save code, lose it, and start all over? Yeah, life feels like that sometimes. You’re doing fine until you hit a boss level called “Burnout,” and now your only weapon is a stale cup of coffee and a deep sigh.
But what if you had cheat codes for life? No, not to become invincible (although that would be cool), but to feel better, parent better, show up better—and maybe stop rage-texting your group chat at 1 a.m. Well, in my most recent episode of Mental Health Potluck, I dive into the details of ways to make your life a little easier.
Here are 15 mental health cheat codes (and yes, one shameless plug for therapy). These are the real-deal, grown-up life hacks that can help you feel better, get unstuck, and reclaim your time and energy. Use ’em. Share ’em. Write ’em down on a sticky note like it’s 1984.
Speak Less, Say More
Life Cheat Code #1 – Silence is your new flex. Fewer words = more power. When you pause before you speak, people listen. Why? Because confidence doesn’t shout—it strolls in and makes eye contact.
Sleep: The OG Mood Stabilizer
Life Cheat Code #2 – Sleep solves more than you think. Bad day? Sleep. Existential dread? Sleep. Arguing with your dog? You guessed it—sleep. Deep sleep is free therapy, minus the co-pay.
Tiny Habits, Big Wins
Life Cheat Code #3 – Forget the dramatic glow-up. Real change happens in baby steps. Like going to bed at the same time every night. That’s not boring—it’s neuroscience.
Discipline > Motivation
Life Cheat Code #4 – Motivation is a flaky friend. Discipline shows up with snacks. Want long-term success? Train your brain with consistency. Yes, even when you don’t feel like it.
Confidence = Self-Trust in Action
Life Cheat Code #5 – It’s not about being loud; it’s about keeping promises to yourself. You said you’d do the thing—so do it. That’s how trust builds. With yourself first.
Confidence is Learned (Not Born.)
Life Cheat Code #6 – Confidence isn’t something you “just have.” It’s something you build by doing hard things. It’s sweaty. It’s awkward. But it works.
Nobody’s Watching That Hard
Life Cheat Code #7 – Thanks to the spotlight effect, you think everyone notices your flaws. They don’t. They’re too busy obsessing over their own. Chill.
Let It Go (Elsa Was Onto Something)
Life Cheat Code #8 – Your brain loves to exaggerate. Drop the grudge. Skip the overthinking. Mental health tip of the day? Let. It. Go.
Show Up Anyway
Life Cheat Code #9 – Waiting to “feel ready” is a trap. Resilience grows when you show up, even on garbage days. Especially on garbage days.
No is a Complete Sentence
Life Cheat Code #10 – Say no without writing a 5-paragraph essay. Boundaries are sexy. Guilt-free assertiveness? Even sexier.
You Teach People How to Treat You
Life Cheat Code #11 – If you let folks walk all over you, they’ll leave shoe prints. Set boundaries. Reinforce your value. That’s called therapy for burnout prevention, my friend.
Don’t Argue with Idiots (Even If It’s on Facebook)
Life Cheat Code #12 – Most arguments are just ego traps with worse lighting. Protect your peace like it’s your Wi-Fi password. Let it go.
Calm is a Superpower
Life Cheat Code #13 – Staying calm doesn’t mean you don’t care. It means you’ve got your nervous system regulated. That’s therapy-level growth right there.
Listen More Than You Talk
Life Cheat Code #14 – Especially with people you care about. Active listening builds trust. Bonus: it makes people think you’re wise. Even if you’re just trying to stay awake.
Time Is Your Currency
Life Cheat Code #15 – You can make more money. You can’t make more time. Mental health tip: Treat your time like it’s gold-plated and limited-edition.
BONUS CHEAT CODE: Go to Therapy (Seriously)
Life Cheat Code #16 – Therapy is not just for “crisis mode.” It’s for anyone who wants to get better at life. Whether it’s parenting struggles, career stress, confidence building, or dealing with burnout, therapy is the cheat code that actually works.
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