The Mel Robbins Podcast

Do you want to make 2025 your best year yet? There are 7 questions to ask yourself that will help you: * Step into 2025 with clarity about what you want & with a plan to make it happen * Become inspired, energized, and in control again * Learn & apply Mel's powerful, life-changing, science-backed, year-end ritual that she has done for over 20 years In this episode, Mel will walk you through the 7 powerful questions, reveal her own answers, and guide you through how to answer them. Your answers will show you what the very next steps are in your life, and help you confidently map out what you should focus on in the next 12 months. This is the method Mel uses to set and achieve goals, and today, you’re getting the roadmap to the success, fulfillment, and happiness that you desire. And if you’ve been a long-term listener of Mel and the podcast, you’ll recognize and love this method, as Mel invites you to reflect on and revisit how the past year went. Fun, engaging, and deeply impactful, this episode will help you step into 2025 with purpose and momentum. For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-247] for the podcast episode page. If you liked this episode, your next listen should be this one: The Top Expert Advice of the Year: The Best of the Mel Robbins Podcast [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-245] Connect with Mel:   * Get Mel’s new 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+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

If there’s someone in your life you wish you were closer to, but it sometimes feels like there’s an unspoken tension between you, this episode is for you.  Today, Mel sits down with her oldest daughter, Sawyer, for a raw and transformative conversation about repairing relationships and closing the invisible distance that so many of us feel with the people we love most. Together, they share the story of how writing The Let Them Theory healed their relationship and reveal three powerful tools that can help you do the same. Whether it’s with a sibling, a parent, an adult child, or your partner, this conversation is a gift—one that will help you let go of resentment, show up differently, and create the deeper connection you’ve been longing for.  Get ready to finally have the relationship you’ve always wanted.  Get the book: “The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401971369?tag=lnk0001-20&geniuslink=true]” For more resources, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-246] for the podcast episode page. If you liked this personal episode, you’ll love this one, in which Mel and her husband Chris have a very candid conversation about their marriage of 28 years: How To Create Better Relationships: 6 Surprising Lessons From 28 Years Of Marriage [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-228] Connect with Mel: * Get Mel’s new 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+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

In this episode, you’ll learn the best expert advice Mel learned this year. Today, Mel has carefully selected the most life-changing, thought-provoking, and inspiring moments shared by her guests in the last 12 months. These are the breakthrough ideas and expert insights that left a lasting impact on her, and they are about to do the same for you. Hear from world-class scientists, researchers, and leaders in their field as they reveal how to manifest success, have better boundaries, the secret to a happy life, and how to finally get the sleep you deserve. This is not just a podcast episode. It is your step-by-step guide to real change and the level-up you have been waiting for. Ready to make 2025 your best year yet? Start here. In this episode, you’ll learn: * A simple, daily routine from a neuroscientist to manifest your biggest goals * A trial lawyer’s secret phrase that will stop people from disrespecting you * A sleep scientist’s bedtime routine that will give you (almost) limitless energy * How to hold your boundaries, according to a renowned author and speaker * The crazy trick to becoming happy, from a Harvard psychology professor * The most powerful financial advice Mel has ever heard (and follows every day) from her favorite money expert This episode is packed with wisdom, practical tools, and inspiring moments that will transform how you think, act, and show up in 2025.  For more resources, including links to the studies mentioned in the episode, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-245] for the podcast episode page. What should you listen to next? You’ll love the full podcast episodes with each of the experts featured today: Dr. Jim Doty: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7iNmYLOMhAcE258lCxshx3?si=GJIKaTo1RyOlCQKnnFXIpw] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1-neurosurgeon-how-to-manifest-anything-you-want-unlock/id1646101002?i=1000674243874] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-wONyk3RV0&list=UUk2U-Oqn7RXf-ydPqfSxG5g] Jefferson Fisher: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5guCuicBu2Hhfh9ec4tfYk?si=sCs0K0J9SXmq7V1ufjW2xg] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communicate-with-confidence-the-blueprint-for/id1646101002?i=1000670738162] | YouTube [https://youtu.be/ZUCB3M_1Qp4?si=D0YgA6qe8qvU-ASO] Dr. Rebecca Robbins: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zKIHCnSdp2Pl0Aww3SXRJ?si=IewMxIpuSGSwZ2Dcfeopzw] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-stop-waking-up-feeling-tired-7-tips-from-a/id1646101002?i=1000658405930] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wsslt3ynA-E&list=UUk2U-Oqn7RXf-ydPqfSxG5g] Trent Shelton: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/72ngNVemhHX7W833S0sVLv?si=n8K8g2PfRP-30SpU9QmLcg] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-things-only-fake-friends-do-how-to-let-go-of-what/id1646101002?i=1000647485733] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajBK8Grwp0M&list=UUk2U-Oqn7RXf-ydPqfSxG5g] Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/2OhbhJN5ewMt3iHFW6kVjP?si=VEPgAyKMTtCPalcf3nOyyw] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/lv/podcast/how-to-build-the-life-you-want-timeless-wisdom-for/id1646101002?i=1000652806321] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGE8BgxEOd4&list=UUk2U-Oqn7RXf-ydPqfSxG5g] Tiffany Aliche: Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5EDFD1avnXWXoov8kCgrtT?si=CrACl4YHSxCl9PNjQFTIdA] | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-rules-of-money-how-to-make-it-save-it-be-smarter-about-it/id1646101002?i=1000648307086] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6S63406raY&list=UUk2U-Oqn7RXf-ydPqfSxG5g] Connect with Mel:   * Get Mel’s new 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+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

This episode will change the way you think about every relationship in your life.  Today, Harvard’s Dr. Stuart Ablon is distilling 30 years of behavior change research into one hour.  Dr. Ablon is the Founder and Director of Think: Kids at Massachusetts General Hospital, which focuses on Collaborative Problem Solving. An award-winning psychologist, Dr. Ablon is also a professor of child and adolescent psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. After listening, you will have a completely new approach to dealing with difficult people, challenging kids, and family members. In this candid and relatable conversation, Mel and Dr. Ablon bust through the most common parenting myths and offers a simple 3 step approach for transforming even the most frustrating dynamics.  This episode isn’t just about solving conflicts; it’s about creating a deeper understanding of others and fostering lasting change.  Whether you're a parent, partner, or simply navigating life’s challenges, this conversation is for you. For more resources, including links to the studies mentioned in the episode, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-244] for the podcast episode page. If you liked this episode, and want to create a peaceful connection with family, listen to to this episode next: The Simple Tool That Will Transform Your Family Dynamic [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-237] Connect with Mel:   * Get Mel’s new 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+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]

Confidence is a skill, and today you are going to learn exactly how to build it. Mel is one of the leading experts on the topic of confidence and is tapped regularly by the world’s top brands to teach their leaders how to be more confident.  And in today’s episode, Mel is giving you her step-by-step playbook, the same one that she teaches to leaders around the world, that you can use immediately. Mel is offering the guide to believing in yourself (for real this time) in 5 simple steps.  If you have ever wanted to know how to increase your self-confidence and improve self-esteem, this is the episode for you. Whether you want to speak up at work, set boundaries, or stop doubting yourself,  you need to hear this. This is an encore episode with new and exciting insights from Mel at the top. For more resources, including links to the studies mentioned in the episode, click here [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-243] for the podcast episode page. If you liked this episode, which was packed with coaching and simple tools to be more confident, you’ll love listening to this one next: How to Read Body Language to Get What You Want: 6 Simple Psychological Tricks to Be More Confident [https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-167] Connect with Mel:   * Get Mel’s new 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+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes  [https://bit.ly/46PVnPs] * Disclaimer [https://www.melrobbins.com/disclaimer]