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Mel Robbins

You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. The Mel Robbins Podcast is the #1 podcast on the globe for a reason: Mel’s simple, research-backed advice has changed millions of people’s lives, and in every episode, she’s giving you all her hard-fought secrets, science-backed tools, and deeply personal stories, so you can change yours too. If you’re a new listener, you’re in the right place. Every episode will empower you to create a better life and help you take a step toward the life you want. Want more? Follow along at @melrobbins

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The Mel Robbins Podcast

If you’ve ever had that quiet thought – “There’s more I’m meant to do” – this episode is your sign to pay attention. 

What if the life you want isn’t as far away as it feels? 

What if you could start seeing new possibilities right now? 

In this episode, Mel shares 3 powerful questions you need to ask yourself this week. 

Developed by Stanford University professors, these questions have helped millions of people design lives they love. 

They’re simple, but they’ll shake up how you think about your work, your relationships, your life purpose, and the direction you’re heading right this second. 

By the end, you’ll know exactly where you have “unfinished business” with yourself – and how to finally take action on it. 

You’ll learn: 

-The 3 questions from Stanford’s “Designing Your Life” course that reveal what you really want next. 

-How to identify and create new options for your life, even when you think you have none. 

-How to take one small step today that quietly changes everything. 

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to blow up your life and start from scratch. 

You just need to ask yourself these 3 questions, then watch your life change for the better. 

For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: How to Design Your Life (A Full Step-by-Step Process).

Learn more about Stanford professors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans and their new book here.

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3 Questions to Ask Yourself to Figure Out What You Really Want

This episode will completely change the way you think about communication. 

What you learn will boost your influence and make you more confident.

If you… 

Overthink what you said hours after a meeting, 

Freeze up when it’s your turn to talk, 

Or want to sound more confident without faking it… 

This is your blueprint for better conversations at work, in relationships, and in life. 

Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Alison Wood Brooks: Harvard professor, researcher, author, and one of the world’s leading experts on the science of communication. 

Her course at Harvard Business School, all about communication, is one of the most popular classes there – and in this episode she shares the exact methods she teaches to students at HBS. 

You’re going to learn the exact tools and strategies that will help you communicate with more confidence, ease, and clarity. 

You'll learn: 

-What makes conversation feel so hard and how to make it easier 
-The #1 mistake people make when they talk 
-How to feel more confident even when you're anxious, blanking out, or unsure of what to say 
-Why we misread people constantly (and how to stop doing it) 

-How to recover from awkward moments or miscommunication 

-The skill every great leader, parent, and partner has in common 

Whether you want to build better relationships, stop second-guessing yourself, or speak up with more purpose and ease, this episode will give you the science, tools, and confidence to do it. 

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: How To Handle Difficult People & Take Back Your Peace and Power

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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How to Communicate With Confidence & Ease (From Harvard Business School’s #1 Professor)

If you’re feeling tired, unfocused, and like your mind is being hijacked, today’s episode is for you. 

The world today is designed to steal your focus. 

In today’s episode, cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Amishi Jha joins Mel to deliver a wake-up call: 

Every scroll, every ping, every mindless click – these aren’t just distractions. They are rewiring your brain and reshaping your priorities. 

If you can’t control your attention, you can’t steer your life. 

But the good news? You can train your brain to pay attention again. 

Dr. Jha is one of the world’s leading experts on the science of attention. She’s worked with elite athletes, military special forces, and medical professionals under pressure – and what she’s discovered will change how you think about your mind. 

In this eye-opening and empowering conversation, you’ll learn: 

-Why your brain defaults to distraction 

-The three types of attention and how to strengthen each one 

-How just 12 minutes a day can change your mental performance 

-Why multitasking is a myth (and what to do instead)

Whether you feel chronically scattered, mentally drained, or just want to sharpen your edge, this episode will give you the tools and science to take your attention back. 

This isn’t just about focus. It’s about your ability to be present, perform better, and stay grounded in a chaotic world. 

Let’s train your brain. 

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Mindset Reset Toolkit: How to Make Your Mind Work for You (Using Simple Neuroscience)

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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12 Minutes to a Better Brain: Neuroscientist Reveals the #1 Habit for Clarity & Focus

In this episode, you will learn what to eat to heal your body, starve cancer, and prevent disease - with the food you eat. 

Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a double board‑certified Mayo Clinic physician, the first cancer doctor ever on this podcast, integrative oncology pioneer, and stage 4 cancer survivor. 

Her colleagues at Mayo Clinic call her “the Magic Bullet” because of the incredible results she gets combining traditional medicine with lifestyle interventions. 

This conversation is going to change the way you think about food, exercise, sleep, stress, and disease. 

Inside this episode, you’ll learn: 

-The top 5 cancer‑fighting foods 

-Why the modern diet is making you sick (and why ultra processed foods are a leading cause of death) 

-Why food is medicine and how it works in your body 

-The fiber rule tied to lower cancer risk—and why most men miss it 

-The truth about soy and breast cancer (edamame actually reduces breast cancer recurrence by 25%) 

-How to make healthy eating unbelievably easy (simple food swaps that heal your body) 

Whether you want more energy, want to protect your health, or want exact guidance on what to eat and what to avoid for a vibrant life, this episode is for you. 

What you'll learn today will add years to your life and life to your years, and can do the same for the people you love. 

And stick around until the end for Dr. Mussallem’s powerful personal story - from stage 4 cancer at 26 to a heart transplant five years ago - and the mindset shift that will change how you care for your body. 

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Change Your Body & Your Life in 1 Month: 4 Small Habits That Actually Work

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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Mayo Clinic Cancer Doctor: 5 Foods That Heal the Body, Starve Cancer, & Prevent Disease

If you’ve been thinking, 

I can’t focus… 

I can’t catch up… 

I feel so behind… 

this episode is for you. 

Today, Mel breaks down overwhelm:

why your brain feels overloaded and the 4 simple steps you can use today to clear your mind and finally get back on track. 

You’ll learn: 

-The real reason you can’t focus (and it’s not what you think) 
-The first thing to do when you feel paralyzed by stress or decisions 

-Why doing more is actually keeping you stuck 

-A quick 30-second reset that melts overwhelm fast 
-How to stop the “I’m so behind” spiral If your to-do list never ends. 

If your home, inbox, or mind feels cluttered, or if you’re constantly running on empty, this episode will help you hit reset. 

By the end, you’ll have a proven game plan to break free from the Overwhelm Trap and take your power back, in a very surprising way. 

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Focus on Yourself: 3 Signs You’re Giving Too Much & What to Do About It Right Now

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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If You’re Feeling Overwhelmed, You Need to Hear This

In today’s episode, you’re going to learn the new science of healing your body, stopping pain, and feeling better now. 

One of the world’s most respected neurosurgeons and medical experts alive is here to reveal the new frontiers in pain management and how you can feel better in your body starting today. 

Whether you’ve been living with a chronic condition, you’re dealing with an injury that just happened, or you’re listening for a loved one, you’re going to learn so much from our expert. 

Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD is a world-renowned neurosurgeon, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, “It Doesn't Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.” 

 

In this conversation, you’ll learn: 

-The new science of chronic pain 

-Why your pain is real, even when doctors can’t find the cause 

-The groundbreaking pain management options that are available to you that work with your body's natural intelligent systems of healing 

-How to prevent acute injuries from turning into chronic pain 

-How your nervous system stores pain 

-The 5 steps to start feeling better 

-The biggest myths about healing (and what you should never do right after an injury) 

-Specific interventions you can try, without medication or surgery, to start feeling better now 

-How to support a loved one who is in pain or dealing with a chronic illness 

You’ll walk away with a new understanding of pain and a real path to relief – starting today. 

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Change Your Body & Your Life in 1 Month: 4 Small Habits That Actually Work

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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Feel Better Now: Neurosurgeon Reveals the New Science of Healing Your Body & Stopping Pain Today

What if the one thing that matters most for your success isn’t talent, luck, or intelligence, but something you can build starting today? 

In this eye-opening conversation, renowned psychologist Dr. Angela Duckworth joins Mel to reveal the real science of success and what drives achievement – and it’s not what you’ve been told. 

You’ll learn why grit – the combination of passion and perseverance – matters more than talent, intelligence, or motivation alone. And today, you’ll learn exactly how to build it. 

Dr. Duckworth is a pioneering researcher in psychology, professor at The University of Pennsylvania, a MacArthur “Genius” Grant winner, and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Grit, which has changed the way millions of people understand success. 

In this powerful, research-backed conversation, she unpacks the truth about what it really takes to succeed and how you and your family can tap into this research in your daily life. 

You’ll learn: 

-The four traits gritty people have (and how to build them) 

-Why most people quit too soon and how to stay motivated 

-How to develop a growth mindset at any age 

-What elite performers know about discipline that you don’t 

-Why your environment is quietly shaping your success 
 

Success isn’t reserved for the gifted, it’s built by those who refuse to give up. 

If you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, or ready to give up, don’t. Not before you hear this. 

Because grit can be learned. And this episode shows you how. 

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: How to Motivate Yourself: Leverage Dopamine & Overcome Your Excuses

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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How to Create a Successful Mindset: The Science of Passion and Perseverance

If you’ve ever felt stuck, behind, or like you’re not living the life you’re meant to, this conversation is for you. 

Today’s episode is a guide to how you can transform your life – at any moment. 

Mel sits down with New York Times bestselling author, ultra-endurance athlete, and host of one of the world’s top podcasts, Rich Roll, to reveal the lessons from his three jaw-dropping reinventions. 

From being an alcoholic who couldn’t make the ends meet, to an overweight lawyer who could barely climb a flight of stairs, to one of the fittest men alive with a global platform inspiring millions – Rich’s story will show you what it really takes to change, not once, but over and over again. 

You’ll learn: 

-How to create a new version of yourself at any age 

-How to discover your authentic self at any age

-What most people get wrong about transformation 

-How to recognize when you’re stuck in the wrong life and listen to the voice calling you forward 

-The mindset shifts that transform setbacks into catalysts for change 

-Why patience and self-compassion are essential for long-term reinvention 

-How to help someone in your life who is struggling 

This episode is a roadmap for your own transformation and how you can reinvent yourself at any age. 

Whether you want to break free from old habits, find your purpose, or start living a life you truly want, this episode will prove that you can rewrite your own story – starting now. 

For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Are You the Driver in Your Life or Just the Passenger?

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal newsletter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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It’s Not Too Late: How to Transform Your Life at Any Moment

If you feel like nothing feels exciting or fun anymore, you’re not alone. 

In today’s episode, Mel shares 6 small ways you can break out of autopilot and live with more joy, fun, and energy. 

If you’re tired of feeling numb, heavy, or stuck in a routine, this episode is your wake-up call. 

Mel proves to you today that you can have more fun, even when life feels hard. 

Practice these simple shifts, and over time you’ll feel brighter, lighter, and more alive than you have in years. 

This episode will teach you: 

-Why having fun is the secret to a healthy life 

-How to stop taking everything so seriously 

-The most important truth about joy that is proven through research 

-How to start saying yes to fun instead of talking yourself out of it 

-Why being bad at something is the secret to more joy 

-How to drop the fear of judgment 

-To reconnect with the things that make you feel truly alive 

-How to start being the “fun person” in your group of friends 

Bring the fun back to your life. Learn the simple steps that bring back your energy, spark your own joy, and make life exciting again. 

Every day is a chance to smile. Laugh about the stupid stuff, and feel more alive. Don’t waste it. 

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: How To Make Your Life Exciting Again

Click here to get tickets to Mel's live tour, Let Them Tour 2026.

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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Try It for 1 Week: 6 Small Ways to Bring Back the Happiness, Energy, and Fun

What if everything you’ve been told about health, stress, and aging is wrong? 

Today, the legendary Dr. Ellen Langer – pioneering Harvard psychologist and global mindfulness legend, renowned for her 50+ years of groundbreaking research – joins Mel for the conversation of a lifetime. 

She says you can use your mind to heal your body, and she has 50 years of headline-making science to back it up. 

You’ll hear about people healing faster when the clock on the wall sped up. 

Elderly men getting stronger and younger by pretending they traveled back in time. 

Hotel housekeepers losing weight simply by being told their work counted as exercise. 

And that’s just scratching the surface. 

Dr. Langer’s research shows that your beliefs and attention can boost your health, and today, she’s sharing exactly how you can apply this science into your daily life. 

You’re going to learn how to use your mind to heal your body and give yourself the gift of a healthier, happier life – from the inside out. 

You’ll also learn: 

-The mindset shifts that can boost immunity, ease pain, and speed up recovery 

-The famed research studies that will stop you in your tracks and make you rethink your health 

-How to reframe regret and stop getting stuck focusing on the past 

-What to do next time you or a loved one is facing a chronic illness or scary diagnosis 

Dr. Langer says it’s clear: 

You are more powerful than you think. 

Your beliefs shape your biology. 

This episode shows you how. 

For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked the episode, check out this one next: #1 Neurosurgeon: How to Manifest Anything You Want & Unlock the Unlimited Power of Your Mind. 

Click here to get tickets to Mel's live tour, Let Them Tour 2026.

Connect with Mel: 

 

Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer
 
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Use Your Mind to Heal Your Body With the #1 Harvard Psychologist

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 level in your life. 

For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked this episode, you’ll love listening to this one next, which is a recent fan favorite: 8 Realistic Healthy Habits That Make a Huge Difference

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