The Mel Robbins Podcast

After listening to this episode, your brain will not be the same.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop negative thoughts, heal from past trauma, and reset your mind for peace, focus, and resilience.  Today, neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf is here to share her evidence-based, 5-step Neurocycle method that has helped millions take control of their mental health – and will help you take your power back. Dr. Caroline Leaf is  a world renowned cognitive neuroscientist, and a pioneer in the science of neuroplasticity, which is the study of how your brain changes based on how you use your mind.  For nearly 40 years, Dr. Leaf has been at the forefront of cognitive neuroscience, researching how you can reprogram the way your brain works by using your thoughts.  What she teaches is life-changing: You can train your brain to work for you, not against you. You’ll learn: -How to break the cycle of overthinking and self-sabotage -What trauma really does to your brain  and how to heal it -The surprising difference between your brain and your mind (and why it matters) -The 5-step daily practice that helps you rewire any thought pattern This isn’t just a conversation about mindset. It’s a masterclass in the science of unlocking the power of your brain. For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-306/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, check out this one next: How to Stop Negative Thoughts & Reset Your Mind for Positive Thinking [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-287/] Connect with Mel:    * Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401971369?tag=lnk0001-20&geniuslink=true] * Watch the episodes on YouTube [https://bit.ly/45OWCNr] * Follow Mel on Instagram  [https://bit.ly/3QfG8bb] * The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram [https://bit.ly/49bg4GP] * Mel's TikTok  [https://bit.ly/46Kpw2v] * Sign up for Mel’s personal letter  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free [https://siriusxm.supportingcast.fm/] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

You’re about to hear what a heart surgeon wishes you knew sooner.  If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on inside your body, or what habits are silently destroying your heart, this episode could be a lifesaver.  Dr. Jeremy London is a renowned heart surgeon with 25 years of experience. After performing thousands of heart surgeries, he’s seen what wrecks the human heart, and he has one mission: to keep you off his operating table.  He’s not here to scare you. He’s here to tell you the truth about what’s wrecking your heart and how to protect it.  And in this conversation, he’s breaking it all down: what to avoid, what to do, and how to make the changes that truly matter.  You’ll learn:  -The foods a heart surgeon refuses to eat, and what he eats instead  -2 so-called “healthy habits” that could be putting you at serious risk  -The real warning signs of a heart attack (and what to do if you’re alone when it hits)  -The small daily changes that can protect your one precious heart and add years to your life.  Consider this your personal appointment with one of the world’s top heart surgeons. It just might be the most important one you’ll ever have.  For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-305/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Eat THIS to Lose Fat, Prevent Disease & Feel Better Now With Dr. William Li [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-250/].  Connect with Mel:    * Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401971369?tag=lnk0001-20&geniuslink=true] * Watch the episodes on YouTube [https://bit.ly/45OWCNr] * Follow Mel on Instagram  [https://bit.ly/3QfG8bb] * The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram [https://bit.ly/49bg4GP] * Mel's TikTok  [https://bit.ly/46Kpw2v] * Sign up for Mel’s personal letter  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free [https://siriusxm.supportingcast.fm/] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

This episode is your playbook for having saner, smarter, and more successful conversations, even when you disagree.  If every dinner turns into a debate…  If you feel like you're having the same argument on repeat…  If you're avoiding certain topics, work events, or even your family and friends altogether…  It might feel like your life is shrinking. And you’re not alone. People around the world are feeling the disconnect.  That’s why Mel called in a world-class expert to give you the blueprint for finally getting through to other people without blowing up, backing down, or bottling it up.  Today, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Charles Duhigg joins Mel to share science-backed strategies and tools to stop arguing and start connecting again, even when you completely disagree.  Whether it’s politics, parenting, or that one comment that always sets you off, you’ll learn how to say what needs to be said and actually be heard.  You’ll learn:  -The #1 mistake that keeps arguments going (and how to break the cycle)  -What to say when someone shuts down or refuses to budge  -The single biggest mistake you make when you argue  -How to change someone’s mind (yes, really).  -Proven and simple scripts to disarm difficult people  -The psychological secret that instantly shifts tense conversations  Because your relationships depend on this. The right conversation, at the right time, with the right tools, is how things shift. That’s how connection happens.  This is not about “agreeing to disagree.” It’s about knowing exactly what to say, so you can stay close to the people who matter most – and maybe even change their minds in the process.  For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-304/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, check out this one next, with trial lawyer and communication expert Jefferson Fisher: Communicate with Confidence: The Blueprint for Mastering Every Conversation [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-216/] Connect with Mel:    * Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401971369?tag=lnk0001-20&geniuslink=true] * Watch the episodes on YouTube [https://bit.ly/45OWCNr] * Follow Mel on Instagram  [https://bit.ly/3QfG8bb] * The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram [https://bit.ly/49bg4GP] * Mel's TikTok  [https://bit.ly/46Kpw2v] * Sign up for Mel’s personal letter  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free [https://siriusxm.supportingcast.fm/] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

These 6 pieces of advice are exactly what you need to hear.  And buckle up, because today, Mel is not holding back.  If you’re feeling lost in your 20s, this episode is your roadmap to making this decade better than you ever imagined.  Whether you’re in your 20s, love someone who is, or just feel behind in life, this episode is for you.  Mel is pulling back the curtain on what nobody tells you about your 20s. It’s normal to feel lost. You are not alone.  And in this episode, she’s giving you the truths, mindset shifts, and tools you need to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.  You’ll learn:  -The 3 massive identity shifts that hit in your 20s (and why you feel so lost)  -Why you're stuck in the paradox of choice, and how to break through it  -What “the great scattering” is and why it explains everything about your 20s  -The truth about decision-making (hint: there are no wrong choices)  -A one-month challenge to help you get unstuck and build momentum, fast  No matter your age, this episode will reframe how you think about your timeline, your purpose, and your next move.  The truth is that no matter what decade of your life you are in, you can make it the best one – and this advice will help you do it.  For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-303/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, check out this one next: 13 Things I Wish I Knew in My 20s [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-154/] Connect with Mel:    * Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401971369?tag=lnk0001-20&geniuslink=true] * Watch the episodes on YouTube [https://bit.ly/45OWCNr] * Follow Mel on Instagram  [https://bit.ly/3QfG8bb] * The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram [https://bit.ly/49bg4GP] * Mel's TikTok  [https://bit.ly/46Kpw2v] * Sign up for Mel’s personal letter  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free [https://siriusxm.supportingcast.fm/] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

This episode will change how you understand your brain – and yourself.  If you’ve ever felt like your brain is working against you – think brain fog, mood swings, and exhaustion – you’re not crazy, you’re not broken, and it’s not your fault.  Today, world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Sarah McKay joins Mel for a groundbreaking conversation that will completely transform how you understand your brain.  Dr. McKay has spent 30 years studying the brain. She holds a Doctorate in neuroscience from Oxford University and flew over 10,000 miles from Australia to sit down with Mel for this conversation.  In this episode, she reveals the 3 factors that influence how your brain develops. She also  tells you how you can use that information to reset your brain for a better mood, more energy, and greater mental clarity.  Whether you’re a woman looking for answers about why your brain is freaking out during PMS, or you are forgetting things during pregnancy or menopause, this is a must listen.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  -The 3 forces that shape your brain before you're even born and how they differ if you are male or female  -What’s actually happening in your brain during PMS, pregnancy, and menopause and why it’s not what you think  -What men need to know about the female brain and what it reveals about their own  -The long-term impact of telling a young girl she’s “not a math person”  -Why your brain shrinks during pregnancy and how that helps your baby  -The real role of hormones in memory, mood, and mental health  What you’ll learn today will give you a deeper, research-backed understanding of how the brain really works, and how powerful it truly is.  This isn’t about fixing your brain. It’s about understanding it and learning how to work with it.  For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-302/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, check out this one next: The Body Reset: How Women Should Eat & Exercise for Health, Fat Loss, & Energy [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-275/] Connect with Mel:    * Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401971369?tag=lnk0001-20&geniuslink=true] * Watch the episodes on YouTube [https://bit.ly/45OWCNr] * Follow Mel on Instagram  [https://bit.ly/3QfG8bb] * The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram [https://bit.ly/49bg4GP] * Mel's TikTok  [https://bit.ly/46Kpw2v] * Sign up for Mel’s personal letter  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free [https://siriusxm.supportingcast.fm/] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]