Episodes
Life doesn’t always go according to plan.
And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder what’s next.
Today’s episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side.
In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on change, and New York Times bestselling author, for a powerful conversation about why change feels so hard and, more importantly, how to move on to become an even stronger, wiser version of yourself.
If you’re trying to figure out how to leave the past behind and reinv...
This episode is a MUST listen. Mel calls it one of the most important conversations she has ever had on The Mel Robbins Podcast.
Most women don’t know this, and this information could save the life of a woman you love.
If you are thinking you’re “fine,” while quietly suffering through symptoms that are treatable, you probably don’t know this life-saving medical fact either.
Today, Mel is joined by Dr. Rachel Rubin, MD, a leading urologist and sexual health expert, to talk about hormones, menopause, libido, pelvic health, UTIs, and what’s happening in your body.
In fact, since recording ...
Today’s episode will change how you think about your entire life.
Because today you’re meeting a top cancer surgeon who’s going to help you think about one of life’s big questions - the kind you don’t usually ask yourself because you’re just too busy:
What really matters in life?
Maybe you’ve been feeling off. Like you’re doing a lot… but you’re not sure it’s the right stuff.
Maybe you’re craving clarity… what to focus on and what to stop wasting your time on.
Well that’s the kind of guidance you’re getting today.
In this powerful conversation Mel is sitting down with Dr. Rahul Jandial, MD...
If you constantly feel behind, overwhelmed, or like your to-do list is running your life, you’re not alone.
Here’s the good news: today, you’re going to get your life back on track – and it’s easier than you think.
You’re missing a simple system to handle the endless “life admin” that piles up every week.
Things like:
-scheduling appointments
-answering emails
-organizing paperwork
-managing finances
-planning your week
-and dealing with all the little tasks (aka “life admin) that quietly drain your time and energy.
In this solo episode, Mel will show you how dedicating one single day to h...
Today’s episode is going to change the way you think about your life.
If you keep telling yourself you want to:
-go after something bigger
-start something new
-speak up
-take a chance
-or finally do the thing you know you’re meant to do in life…
but you “just can’t seem to find the time,” or “make it happen,” this is the conversation you need to hear right now.
Seth Godin is going to call you out in the kindest, clearest, most liberating way.
Seth is one of Mel’s most beloved business mentors. He’s written more than 20 bestselling books, his ideas have influenced millions of people...
If you feel like you have a complicated relationship with your body, food, and eating, you’re not the only one.
Mel has gotten thousands of messages asking for an episode about emotional eating and body image, which is why she invited a world-renowned expert to talk about this topic with you.
Today, Dr. Rachel Goldman is here for you. Dr. Goldman is a nationally recognized clinical psychologist and NYU professor who has spent more than a decade working with thousands of people struggling with emotional eating, obesity, disordered eating, and struggles with body image.
She has an empowering ...
Mel calls today’s episode one of the most moving, meaningful, and transformational conversations ever to happen on the podcast.
She says it is THE most important relationship advice that she has ever heard and you will ever hear.
Today’s guest, James Sexton, is a world-renowned authority on relationships, but coming from a perspective you may not expect.
He’s the author of the bestselling book How to Stay in Love. But he’s also one of the top divorce attorneys in the world, which means for decades he's had a front-row seat to what makes marriages thrive – and the reason why marriages fal...
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable, anxious, sad, or like you’re just barely getting through the week, feeling better comes down to 4 simple choices you can make starting today.
In this episode, Mel breaks down the small choices that make a surprisingly huge difference in your life – choices that determine whether your day gets easier or harder. These aren’t big life overhauls, just tiny decisions that help you take back your power, time, energy, happiness, and peace.
And that’s good news because when you’re worn out, the last thing you need is a massive “fix your ...
For the first time ever on The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel is sitting down with a world-renowned dermatologist.
Whether you’re dealing with acne, aging skin, redness, fine lines, or you’re just overwhelmed and don't know what to do with the products that are clogging your bathroom drawers, this episode is for you.
If you’re at a moment in your life where your skin is out of control, you don’t look like yourself, and you don’t feel like there's anything you can do, Dr. Shereene Idriss is going to assure you that there is absolutely always something you can do. And today, you’re going to learn...
What if you could teleport into Stanford’s most popular class and walk out knowing exactly how to build the life you want?
This episode is your invitation to do just that.
Today, Stanford professors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans are giving you their step-by-step guide to find your purpose and design the life you want, even if you feel stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed.
Their proven process will quickly help you take charge of your life, expand your view of what’s possible for yourself, live with no regrets, and find more meaning in each day.
Is it ever too late to design the life of your ...
If you’ve ever clicked “Accept All Cookies,” ignored software updates, saved your passwords, or logged into free Wi-Fi, you have to hear this. The little “harmless” things you do online are exactly what scammers count on. In today’s conversation, Mel sits down with award-winning cybersecurity expert Caitlin Sarian (aka “Cybersecurity Girl”) to give you the short and simple checklist of things that protect your money, your identity, and your privacy online. You don’t need to understand cybersecurity. You just need to stop treating online habits like they’re harmless, because they can leave y...
In this episode, you’re going to receive the best dating advice no one ever told you. Whether you’re single, dating, in a relationship, or listening because you’re looking for advice for someone you love - this episode will change how you think about dating and love.If you’re feeling discouraged, burned out, or you’re starting to wonder, “Am I ever going to find the right person?” or “Am I with the right person?” you’re not alone - and this episode is for you.Today, Mel sits down with Logan Ury, who is a Harvard-trained behavioral scientist, world-renowned researcher, dating expert, bestsel...
In this episode, you are going to learn how to have amazing sex, deeper intimacy, and create real, lasting love. If you’re not having sex, or if sex feels like one more thing on the to-do list, this is what you need to hear right now.Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Nicole McNichols, PhD, a University of Washington professor who teaches the most popular class on campus – which is about human sexuality.There is a reason she is the country’s #1 sex professor. Her message is simple: nothing is “wrong” with you. You were just never taught how desire actually works, what turns you on, or how women’...
Some days, you don’t just feel off. You feel like you’re losing your control of everything. The routine is gone. The house is a mess. Motivation is shot. And suddenly one bad day turns into a week of feeling behind. This episode is the reset you need. Today Mel is sharing 5 simple, science-backed ways to create quick wins and real momentum – one tiny step at a time – so you go from overwhelmed and scattered to clear, grounded, and back in control. These aren’t big life changes. They’re small moves that make a surprisingly big difference to shift your direction so you can feel like you again...
Ever stood in front of the fridge thinking, “What am I actually supposed to eat to get healthy?” Today you are getting your answer. This episode gives you a simple way to decide what to eat to stay healthy without complicated math, crazy recipes, or “bro science”. In this episode, Mel sits down with Dr. Amy Shah, MD. Dr. Shah is a leading expert in the role nutrition plays in health, longevity, and hormone regulation. She has been in clinical practice for 22 years as a double-board certified medical doctor with specializations in nutrition, internal medicine, and immunology. She has a degre...
This episode is for you: the person holding everything together. If your days are packed with work, caregiving, and nonstop demands, this is what you need to hear right now. Today, Mel sits down with one of the world’s leading experts on time management, Laura Vanderkam. She’s a New York Times bestselling author, a researcher who’s studied thousands of real schedules, a mom of five, and a total realist about how busy life can get. Laura Vanderkam’s approach isn’t “do more.” Laura’s not selling hacks. She gives you a clearer map of your days and a few small changes that reduce the chaos and ...
Today, Mel has one of the most powerful conversations you’ll ever hear on this podcast. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, exhausted, or numb by what you’re seeing in the news, today’s episode is for you. When life feels uncertain, it’s easy to start pulling back, numbing out, and bracing for the next thing. You’re not alone. That’s why you need to hear from Mel’s guest today, Bryan Stevenson. He is one of Mel’s personal heroes, and he is the kind of human being who restores your faith in what’s possible. Bryan is a world-renowned civil rights lawyer and author of Just Mercy, ...
In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a conversation that will help you find meaning again - especially if you’ve been feeling lost, stuck, stretched thin, or quietly wondering, “Does any of this even matter?” Joining Mel is Ocean Vuong - one of the most acclaimed writers of our time and the bestselling author of On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous. His newest book, The Emperor of Gladness, moved Mel so deeply she knew she had to bring him on the podcast - because Ocean has a rare gift: he puts words to feelings you’ve had, but never knew how to say out loud. Ocean is an award-winning poet, ...
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to get motivated, even when you don’t feel like it. If you feel unmotivated, scatter brained, or exhausted… If you keep reaching for your phone, wine, or the remote even when you want to stop… If you’re frustrated with yourself for lacking discipline…. This conversation will help you stop wasting time and finally understand why it’s so hard to do the things you know you should do. Joining Mel today is Dr. Anna Lembke, MD, who is the world’s leading expert on dopamine and compulsive behavior. Dr. Lembke is a professor of psychiatry and addiction medicine ...
In this episode, you’ll learn the best financial advice you’ll ever hear.It’s your guide to taking control of your money and learning the rules of how to make it, save it, and spend it better.Maybe you’re trying to pay down debt. Maybe you’re wondering how you’ll ever afford a home. Maybe you’re doing “okay,” but you don’t feel confident about the future, and you don’t know the best place to invest your money.Or maybe you want to know what really works to save money, make more money, invest money, and how to stop feeling like you’re behind. This episode will show you exactly what to do. ...
The Ultimate Guide to Menopause: How to Boost Your Metabolism, Build Muscle, & Balance Your Hormones
If you’ve been thinking, “What is going on with my body?” Today, you are getting your answers. You’re going to learn the real science and brand-new research of perimenopause and menopause and the simple, research-backed changes that can help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in control, starting now. For way too long, women have been left guessing about hormone changes, weight gain, sleep issues, mood swings, and why workouts that used to “work” suddenly don’t. Most of the advice out there is outdated, generalized, or based on bodies that are not female. That changes today. In this eye-op...
This episode will change the way you show up in your love life - whether you’re in a relationship, healing from one, or hoping to find the right one. If your relationship feels stuck, if the spark is gone, if you’re always the one apologizing, or if you’ve been shutting down to avoid conflict, or you just wish things were a little bit better, you are not alone. What you’ll learn here will completely transform how you love and how you’re loved in return. Today, Mel is joined by one of the most powerful voices in modern therapy: Terry Real. Terry is a bestselling author, renowned couples ther...
In today’s episode, you’re going to learn an easy and proven way to build good habits and break bad ones. Here to offer you a guide to improving your life, no matter what your goals are, is James Clear – the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Atomic Habits, which is one of Mel’s favorite books. James Clear is one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation and behavior change. His work has helped millions of people lose weight, quit smoking and vaping, stop drinking, build businesses, start new chapters, achieve lifelong goals, and become the person they want to be. In this conve...
This episode is about taking your power back and giving yourself the credit you deserve. Everyone needs a friend who reminds you who you really are. Today, Mel is that friend. In this episode, Mel shares 7 powerful things to remind yourself every day. These carefully chosen sentences pull you back into your strength, your courage, and your confidence. They are the words you need to hear that activate the most capable version of you. This episode will help you: -Reclaim your power when you’ve been playing small or second-guessing yourself -Set boundaries that protect your energy without guil...
Today’s episode is a MUST listen. This is your 2026 Body Reset and it’s all about taking control of your health once and for all. If you want to get stronger, lose fat, move better, and feel good in your body again – without extreme workouts, punishing diets, or guessing what actually works – this episode will give you a clear, proven path forward. For too long, people have been told to ignore pain, push through exhaustion, and accept stiffness, weight gain, and chronic discomfort as “part of getting older.”That ends now. Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Betsy Grunch, one of the top neurosurg...
In today’s episode, you’re going to learn exactly how to achieve your goals, stay motivated, and create real, lasting change in your life. If you’ve struggled to create change that sticks… If you know exactly what you want to change, but can’t follow through… If you’re tired of blaming willpower… This conversation will give you clarity, relief, and a proven way forward. Joining Mel today is Dr. Katy Milkman, PhD, one of the world’s leading behavioral scientists, an endowed professor at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, and co-founder of the Behavior Change fo...
In this episode, you’re getting the best of the best of The Mel Robbins Podcast. These are the 9 moments people couldn’t stop talking about this year. In 2025, Mel released 106 episodes of the podcast and featured 75 experts who shared their transformative insights on health, relationships, mindset, and more. Together, this adds up to thousands of takeaways. Because your time is valuable, Mel is giving you a gift today: She and her team crunched the data, reviewed hundreds of hours of content, analyzed listener feedback, and pinpointed the moments you saved, replayed, and wrote about – the ...
If your family stirs up feelings - stress, guilt, grief - this episode is for you. Whether you love spending time with them, can only handle them in small doses, or stay away for your own sanity, being around family has a way of pushing every button you’ve got. That’s why Mel invited Dr. Mariel Buqué, a Columbia-trained psychologist and leading expert on family dynamics and generational patterns, to share the real reason why your family stresses you out. Dr. Buqué will help you see how the home you grew up in and the role that you played in your family shaped you as a person. She will also ...
Today, you are going to learn scientifically proven ways you can use your mind to upgrade your life, starting with your body, your energy, and your confidence. In this episode, Stanford professor and leading psychology and mindset researcher Dr. Alia Crum reveals the science behind how your thoughts shape your body, your energy, and your health. She’s proven over and over again that your thoughts about exercise, stress, and food are working against you – and how you can change them. She’ll explain that this isn't just about thoughts, but that you have settings in your mind that you need to ...
In today’s episode, you’re going to learn what nobody tells you about grief and loss. Whether you’ve lost someone recently, years ago, or are anticipating a loss, this conversation will give you clarity, relief, and a way forward. Or if someone you love is grieving and you feel helpless and want to know how to support them, after this conversation you will know exactly what to say and do. Joining Mel today is David Kessler, one of the world’s most renowned experts on grief and loss and bestselling author of eight books, who has spent more than 40 years helping millions of people through th...