If you struggle to make new habits stick, you are not the problem. You've just been missing the right tools and strategies to make real change happen. In this episode, you’re going to learn the simple ways to break bad habits and form new ones. Mel is revealing the 3 biggest mistakes you are likely making when trying to change your behavior and why it’s not about willpower. She is breaking down the science of habit formation so you can finally understand why your bad habits keep holding you back...
Oct 12, 2024•56 min•Ep. 221
Do you have a family member, a boss, or even a close friend who constantly drains your energy or makes everything about them? In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to protect yourself from toxic, self-centered personalities that can make you feel exhausted and frustrated. Dr. Ramani, a world-renowned expert on narcissism, gives you the playbook to navigate even the most challenging personalities. She will break down the signs of narcissistic behavior and arm you with the strategies you need to ma...
Oct 10, 2024•53 min•Ep. 220
If you’ve ever failed, made a major mistake, or wish you could take something back, this episode will teach you how to let go of regret and move forward. Today, Mel is sharing her breast implant story and how everything went horribly wrong. Even though she can now laugh at some of the things that happened, she also faces the truth: how this one decision left her with regret and shame for years. This episode is a masterclass in turning your pain and past failures into straight-up rocket fuel. Mel...
Oct 07, 2024•57 min•Ep. 219
This episode will change your brain forever. World-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki is here to share new research around the brain-changing benefits of exercise. Dr. Suzuki is the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at New York University and is a leading researcher known for her areas of memory, psychology, and neurobiology. She's a pioneer in researching how moving your body and exercising improves your brain health, and today she is here to teach you the best exercise is to impro...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 218
In today’s episode, you’re about to uncover the shockingly simple habits that billionaires swear by—and you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to adopt them. These tips will help you create a future filled with success, no matter where you are right now. Mel breaks down the tiny habits and routines of successful people like Taylor Swift, LeBron James, Warren Buffett, Sara Blakely, and more. You’ll learn the secrets behind their goal-setting, decision-making, and even how they prioritize sleep to ...
Sep 30, 2024•49 min•Ep. 217
In today’s episode, you’re getting the blueprint for developing your communication skills. What you learn will boost your influence and make you more confident. You and Mel are both learning from trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher, who is known for his straightforward advice, tips, and tricks on how to communicate better. Jefferson is teaching you proven techniques to express yourself clearly, handle disrespect, and know what to say when someone challenges you, even in high-pressure situations. He wi...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 216
In today’s episode, you’ll learn the 9 small habits that will change your life and make it easier. If you’re ready for an immediate boost to your energy, productivity, and overall well-being, this episode is for you. Mel is sharing 9 little, easy-to-implement changes that will have a surprisingly big impact on your life. They’re practical, simple shifts you can make starting today, and the best part? Each one comes with a memorable, sticky tip that will make it easy to remember and apply. Whethe...
Sep 23, 2024•46 min•Ep. 215
In today’s episode, you’ll reframe your perspective on happiness, kindness, and friendship through a fresh lens—all thanks to a surprising source: Mel’s 10-year-old guest, Elton. Mel is sitting down with this wise beyond his years kid for an impactful, profound conversation that will challenge you (and encourage you!) to be a better human. Elton’s simple but profound insights on everything from friendships and feelings to screen time and self-kindness are exactly what you need—no matter your age...
Sep 19, 2024•59 min•Ep. 214
After listening to today’s personal episode, you will feel called to experience things more deeply, create more meaning, and find lasting change in your life. In this episode, Mel dives into an incredible, true story about her life-changing experience with an owl and how it brought profound and unexpected meaning to her life. This episode is remarkable because whether you’re dealing with a change in your own life or just looking for a little bit of inspiration, Mel’s lessons and insights will in...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 213
In today’s episode, Mel is giving you the playbook to make decisions without guilt. If you’ve ever felt stuck between your own life and other people’s obligations, this one’s for you. Mel shares the personal (and laugh-out-loud story) of an unexpected 10-day stay with her parents, which started with guilt and ended with her dad’s epic pickleball mishap that ended with him getting back surgery. This episode is a candid, funny, and unexpectedly deep dive into how to release the pressure to be ever...
Sep 12, 2024•43 min•Ep. 212
In today’s episode, you are getting the ultimate advice for navigating any major life change. Mel is now an empty nester and is giving her best wisdom about how to step into a new chapter. She is sharing deeply personal advice about her experience with this transition. Whether you’re also figuring out your next steps after the kids have left home, or are navigating a move, relationship change, or new job, this advice is exactly what you need to hear. This episode will be your guide for how to ta...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 211
In today’s episode, you’ll learn the surprising science of happiness. This is a masterclass on everything you need to know about happiness: what really creates it, the different types of happiness, and 4 easy habits that will make your life better. You’ll learn lessons from the longest study on happiness, what habits are blocking your happiness, and science-based tools for feeling better. It’s also grounded in questions from listeners just like you, who are seeking more happiness, fulfillment, a...
Sep 07, 2024•54 min•Ep. 210
Do you want to know the secret to getting ahead of 99% of people, starting now? In today’s episode, Mel is sharing the results of a surprising study that will change how you think about creating the life you want. What if you’ve been approaching goal-setting all wrong? There’s a simple, hidden advantage in front of you, waiting for you to take it. Right now, you’re in a unique window of time in which you can leapfrog change, hack productivity, and make the most of your time and energy. Very few ...
Sep 05, 2024•47 min•Ep. 209
Do you want to know how to get motivated even when you don’t feel like it? Today’s episode is one of the best talks ever on how to improve self-motivation and overcome your excuses. So before you waste any more time, listen to this. After today, you will know how to navigate your life with more power and purpose than you ever thought possible. Psychiatrist Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD, also widely known as Dr. K, is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in modern mental health and the brain. He is...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 208
These 8 pieces of advice will change your college experience. In this episode, Mel is sharing the most impactful and insightful advice for all college students. Think of it as a freshman year survival guide. And if you’re a parent of a college student, this episode is one that you’re going to want to share and listen to with your kid. Mel is sharing advice on: How to handle drinking and hookup culture Why you need to stop clinging to your high school friends How to take responsibility for your o...
Aug 29, 2024•47 min•Ep. 207
Once you learn these 7 lessons, you will never be the same. Today, Mel is sharing the profound wisdom that she learned while hiking on the Appalachian Trail. In this deeply personal, relatable, and entertaining episode, Mel walks you through how you can use these insights to improve your relationships, find perspective, change your mindset, and keep your cool even in moments of high stress. By the end of this episode, you are going to feel inspired to take on new challenges and climb to the next...
Aug 26, 2024•49 min•Ep. 206
Today’s episode is a must-listen because you’ll learn exactly what to do (and not do) to take better care of your body. In this research-packed episode, one of the top gynecologists in the world is here to debunk 10 myths about women’s health. Mel is asking all the uncomfortable questions you want to ask but never have, and today you’re getting the answers. Gone are the days of feeling small or out of control when it comes to your health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take ...
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 205
Today’s episode is the guide that you need to create lasting change and uplevel in all areas of your life. You will learn the 3 foundational habits that will transform your life and improve your productivity, wellness, health, and life balance. These 3 habits are essential to your health, and you need to get them right. Renowned experts are here to give you their straight-from-the-lab advice on how to do each of these things in the optimal way and make them a habit you can stick with for life. C...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 204
Today, you are getting the 8 science-backed hacks to lower your stress, amplify your happiness, and make you healthier. Harvard’s Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is here to show you exactly how you can get back on track. If you’ve ever wanted to know exactly how a Harvard doctor grocery shops, meditates, exercises, eats, and even commutes, you’re getting all of that and more today. You’ll love this research-packed episode because every habit that Dr. Aditi shares is simple, easy to apply, and makes you feel ...
Aug 17, 2024•49 min•Ep. 203
In today’s episode, Mel is helping you get true clarity about what you really want and create a plan to make it happen. The free companion workbook to this episode can be found at melrobbins.com/what . Mel created this free workbook, What Do You Really Want, as a way to thank YOU for your support of this podcast and for making it one of the most popular podcasts in the world. In this episode and workbook, Mel is helping you get to the heart of this powerful question: What do you really want? The...
Aug 15, 2024•46 min•Ep. 202
The Olympians are the best of the best, and today, Mel is revealing 5 habits that your favorite Olympic athletes use to win. These 5 habits will change your life forever, and they all involve mindset, mental preparation, and simple tactics that you can instantly apply in your own life. First, Mel will explain exactly how the most famous gymnasts use visualization to manifest specific outcomes and results. Next, you’ll learn about the “Bronze Medal Mindset” and how it will create exceptional resu...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 201
Today, you are going to learn about something that impacts 40% of women and 30% of men. This topic can be embarrassing and difficult to talk about, but Mel is putting an end to the shame. Mel is opening up for the first time about her decades long struggle with leaky bladder and pelvic floor issues, sharing how they kept her from fully living, and what she did to finally stop suffering. She has invited Dr. Rena Malik, MD, one of the top urologists in the world, to have this important conversatio...
Aug 10, 2024•58 min•Ep. 200
This is expert relationship advice everyone needs to hear. Whether you are single, dating, in a relationship, or married, you will learn the relationship secrets you never knew you were missing. This is not the same stale relationship advice you’ve heard over and over again. The fresh advice you hear in this episode will jumpstart your relationship or help you find real and lasting love. Learn the simple habits of all happy relationships, how to find a great partner without a dating app, and get...
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 199
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to do a mindset reset to unlock the full power of your mind. Your brain is wired to give you what you want, and today, you’re getting Mel’s science-backed insights and her step by step guide for letting go of negative thoughts and redirecting your energy to self transformation. You’ll learn how to use neuroscience and specific mindset tricks to take control of your mental habits and become more optimistic and resilient. This is an encore episode with new and ...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 198
This one episode will change how you think about your entire life – and what comes after life ends. You are going to learn how to let death, the regrets of the dying, and near death experiences shape your life. Joining Mel today in this deeply profound and moving episode is Dr. Zach Bush, MD. Dr. Zach is a triple board certified physician specializing in hospice care, internal medicine, and endocrinology. He is one of the most compelling medical minds currently working to improve our understandi...
Aug 01, 2024•46 min•Ep. 197
Today, you are getting Mel’s favorite science-backed hacks for more confidence, productivity, concentration, and peace. In this episode, Mel is teaching you how you can boost your mood and transform your mind using the tool of music. First, Mel will reveal the songs you need to listen to starting today that will instantly reset your mood, change your mindset, and leave you feeling in awe of life. Then, she will also give you the specific types of sound and music you can use daily to instantly pr...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 196
Today’s episode is a dare: a dare to get back up and believe in yourself. This is one of the most emotional and inspiring episodes that have ever been on The Mel Robbins Podcast. If you’ve ever failed or felt like you’re not being the version of yourself you know you’re meant to be, this is the episode for you. Today, world-renowned speaker, pastor, and New York Times best-selling author Sarah Jakes Roberts joins Mel to share her incredible story and powerful wisdom with you. Pregnant at 13, mar...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 195
There are 3 powerful and fundamental truths that you need to accept about other people in order to live a better life. Most people will never learn these 3 things. Which is why today Mel is breaking them down, one by one, to give you a guide for better relationships. These truths are hard to accept, but when you accept them, your life will get so much easier. You are wasting so much time, energy, and attention trying to control other people. And once you hear these 3 things, you will have more e...
Jul 22, 2024•57 min•Ep. 194
New research shows that your work, your life, and your relationships will get boring. Today, you’ll learn a simple tool you can use to make your life exciting, joyful, and energizing again. This profound conversation will allow you to truly understand and connect the dots between why you've become bored with what used to excite you – and how you can create more meaning in your life. In this episode, Mel is joined by the renowned neuroscientist from University College London and MIT, Dr. Tali Sha...
Jul 18, 2024•45 min•Ep. 193
There is a person out there that has what you want. And if you feel jealous, triggered, or like everyone else’s lives are working out better than yours: listen up. Today’s episode is required listening for you. Mel is unpacking the 3-step process you need to rise above jealousy and create the life you want. This episode is personal, packed with takeaways, entertaining, and relatable. It is designed to help you feel more in control of your life – and empowered to change your mindset and take acti...
Jul 15, 2024•44 min•Ep. 192
