The Mel Robbins Podcast

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]

This episode will change both how you see your life – and how you live it. If you’ve been struggling to find meaning, clarity, or peace, this conversation is the reset you didn’t know you needed. You’ll walk away with timeless strategies for living with more purpose, courage, and kindness, even when life is hard. Today, Mel sits down with Judge Frank Caprio, an 88-year-old father, husband, cancer fighter, and judge whose viral courtroom videos have been watched over 10 billion times. But this conversation goes deeper than anything you may have seen online. In this episode, Judge Caprio shares the life lessons and wisdom that most people learn too late. This isn’t just a story about a remarkable man—it’s a masterclass in how to live. You’ll learn: -Why your definition of a “good life” might be all wrong, and what to focus on before it’s too late -How he’s facing pancreatic cancer and and why he says this might be the most meaningful chapter of his life -How 30 seconds of kindness can change someone forever -What tens of thousands of cases as a judge taught him about forgiveness, human nature, and the one thing everyone’s really looking for This episode, packed with life lessons, is the reminder you need to keep going and keep giving.   Judge Caprio will make you cry, laugh, and walk away seeing your own life with brand-new eyes. For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-301/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, check out this one next: The Secret to a Happy Life: What the Ultimate Study on Happiness Reveals [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-210/] 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]

If you’ve ever felt lost, this unforgettable conversation will help you come home to yourself.  This episode will change how you think about your past, your purpose, and what’s possible for your future.  Because if you’ve been carrying pain, guilt, or questions you can’t quite name, this is the conversation that helps you finally let go of all that.  Today, Mel sits down with singer-songwriter Mon Rovîa, whose breathtaking journey from war-torn Liberia, where he narrowly escaped becoming a child soldier, to the global stage will stop you in your tracks.  But this isn’t just about his story—it’s about what his story will awaken in you.  Adopted and raised in the U.S., Mon spent years trying to outrun his trauma.  What followed was guilt, despair and a deep feeling of not belonging anywhere.  Until he realized he had a choice: He could stay stuck in suffering or turn his pain into power.  His answer came through music, and what he’s created is reaching millions around the world. In fact, he's one of Mel's favorite artists.  But this isn’t just about Mon’s voice. It’s about what his story inspires in you.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  -How to stop running from your past, and start turning it into purpose  -Why guilt keeps you stuck (and how to let it go)  -What it really means to “belong” in your own life  -That no matter what you’ve been through, you belong here  This episode will stay with you. By the end, you’ll feel seen. Grounded. Clearer about where you’ve been, and more certain about where you’re headed.  For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-300/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked the episode, this one will help you go deeper: Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Mate on Trauma & How to Heal [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-274/] 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]

If you’ve ever said, “I’m not ready,” this episode is for you.  It’s time to stop living small and start doing the things you’ve always wanted to do. Today, Mel is going to change the way you think about fear, confidence, and going after what you really want.  In this episode, Mel shares one of the most challenging and surprising experiences of her life: a sold-out, five-city live theater tour that forced her to face fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt in real time. This past month, Mel did something she’s never done before: a multi-city sold-out live theater tour, complete with lighting cues, comedy skits, physical comedy, and more pressure than she’s ever felt.  She wasn’t ready. But she did it anyway. And through the nerves, chaos, and self-doubt, she walked away with 6 life-changing lessons that will inspire you to finally do the thing you’ve been avoiding.  If fear, overthinking, or perfectionism has been keeping you stuck, this episode will show you what’s waiting on the other side.  Today you’ll learn:  -The 6 mindset shifts Mel used to do something she was terrified to try -Why fear is actually a sign you’re doing something meaningful  -How to bring the fun when the stakes feel high  -What to do when things go wrong—and how to keep going anyway  -How to stop waiting to feel ready and start taking action  Whether you want to change careers, start creating content, get back out there after heartbreak, or simply start a new dance class, it’s time to live life bigger.  Because the truth is, you’ll never feel ready.  And that’s exactly why you have to start. For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-299/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked this episode, your next listen should be: How to Find Your Purpose & Design the Life You Want [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-256/] 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]

In today’s episode, you’ll get the positive boost you’ve been needing for a long time.  Mel is teaching you how to upgrade your energy, mood, and mindset with 7 tiny changes you can make in your life today.  Right now, life feels like it is speeding by; there is so much to do, and life feels really overwhelming. You’re tired, overbooked, and wondering why everything feels harder than it should.  The fix is right in front of you. And it isn’t a life overhaul.  It’s small, science-backed habits that reconnect you to yourself, your people, and what really matters.  These 7 small fixes make you feel incredible.  They will help you feel more like yourself again.  In this episode, Mel shares the simple, overlooked habits that help her feel better and have more good days. These habits are grounded in research, proven to boost your mood, lower your stress, and strengthen your relationships. They are proven to work, even when you’re already exhausted or short on time.  Mel tells you powerful personal stories, shares uplifting research, and reads one unforgettable letter that will make you want to write a note to someone you love today. You’ll also learn what you need to do in your kitchen for more energy in an instant, the one word that creates an instant connection with someone, the best way to keep your relationships strong, and why you need to take 180 seconds to go on what Mel calls an “awe walk.”  If you’ve been feeling disconnected, worn out, or like you’ve lost your spark, this episode is your reminder that it doesn’t take much to feel better. These small habits give you big rewards.  These are the 7 habits Mel uses when she needs an energy upgrade, and now, she’s sharing them with you. This episode is sponsored by our exclusive insurance partner, Amica.  For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-298/] for the podcast episode page.  If you liked this episode, your next listen should be: 8 Habits That Will Change Your Life: The Expert Advice You Need This Year [https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-248/] 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]