Episodes
Today’s episode is a roadmap for reaching your potential. If you are feeling stuck in a rut, behind in life, or just a little bored by your life, this episode is for you. There are a few simple steps you can take to quickly get unstuck – and it’s easier than you think.Dr. Adam Alter, one of the top psychology experts and professors in the world, is joining Mel on the podcast today to help you uncover the extraordinary potential that is laying dormant inside of you. Dr. Alter is a New York Times bestselling author, a renowned researcher, and a professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business. Wh...
Today, you’re getting a masterclass in how to manage your emotions and deal with people who cannot tolerate their own. Whether you find yourself constantly annoyed, frustrated, or angry…Or if you’re sick of dealing with people who can’t handle their own emotions…This episode is for you. You’ll learn powerful, practical, and science-backed skills to master your emotions so that you can stay calm when you’re stressed, be fearless under pressure, and reach your potential.Dr. Susan David is here to share her best advice with you. Dr. David is an award-winning Harvard medical school psychologist...
Today, a secret service agent is teaching you how to read body language, master your emotions, and spot a liar. In this one of a kind episode, agent Evy Poumpouras is unpacking proven strategies and psychological tricks to get what you want. Evy is a former secret service agent who has protected 5 U.S presidents. She is a “human lie detector” who has been specially trained in the art of lie detection, human behavior, and cognitive influence. And today, she is giving you a masterclass of all of her best secrets from over 3 decades of training and experience.Evy’s extensive and decorated care...
Want to know the secret to make your life exciting again? By the end of this podcast, you are going to have a plan to shake things up in your life, starting today. In this fun and engaging episode, Mel is leading you through an exercise that will prompt you to find more adventure and passion in your life. She will walk you through 5 different questions that will help you start your “Never Been There, Never Done That” adventure. You are going to learn the surprising benefits of trying something new, and it doesn't have to cost a thing or take up very much time.For more resources, including l...
Do you want to know the most important lesson from 200,000 brain scans? What about the daily habits that make you smarter, improve your memory, and help you learn faster? Would you like to control your mind and speak to yourself in a more positive way? Today’s episode is a masterclass on how you can unleash the full potential of your brain.Your brain health is pivotal when it comes to your mental health, memory, focus, and more. So it is time to start prioritizing it. In this episode, you’re getting the simple, science-backed hacks and daily practices you can start implementing today – and ...
Why is adult friendship so hard? Today, Mel is finally having the conversation on how to find your people, have more fun, and create meaningful friendships as an adult. In this deeply relatable episode, you’ll learn the 5 lies that you tell yourself about friendship that are keeping you from having the best relationships of your life—and the truths you must know. If you’ve been feeling lonely, left out, or just like your friendships are not as strong as they used to be, you’ll feel empowered and encouraged by the time you finish listening. Mel is giving you her exact 3-step playbook for fin...
Today’s episode is a wake-up call. By the time you finish listening, you’ll have an entirely different approach to how you think about life. This is one of the most profound and insightful episodes of all time on The Mel Robbins Podcast. Joining Mel today is the renowned clinical psychologist and spiritual teacher, Dr. Shefali. This conversation strikes deep into the core of what it means to be alive and the mistakes that you are likely to make in every relationship you have. It is an invitation for you to really consider your own experience and how your parent-child relationship impacted y...
Today, you are going to learn one of the best science-backed hacks to feel happier, more connected, and even make you more successful. The simple tools Mel shares today will boost your mood, lower your stress, and make your life more meaningful.In this deeply personal episode, you’ll learn 4 specific applications of this powerful and profound research – and you may be surprised by how simple it is to find and bring into your life.By the time you finish listening, you’ll be inspired to take immediate action to create a positive ripple effect in your life and your relationships.For more resou...
Do you want to have better sex?Or even know how often you should be having sex – according to research?Today, Dr. Rena Malik, MD is in the house to answer all of your uncomfortable sex questions.Dr. Malik is an absolute powerhouse who is known for her viral, no-shame, straight-to-the-point advice on how to have the best sex of your life. She is a top urologist, pelvic surgeon, and sexual health expert – and she’s here today giving you the truth, based on medical research, on things like G-spots, orgasms, libido, and even erectile dysfunction. You’ll also learn the single biggest thing that ...
In today’s episode, you’ll learn the real reason why you’re always tired – and how to fix it. If you want to wake up every morning feeling refreshed, energized, focused, and in control, you need to get the best sleep of your life – every night.Today, you’ll learn 7 easy, accessible, science-backed tips that will help you (and the people you love) perfect your sleep and as a result give you (almost) limitless energy.Joining Mel on the podcast today is the renowned Harvard sleep scientist Dr. Rebecca Robbins, PhD. Dr. Robbins is a Research Investigator in the Division of Sleep and Circadian D...
Two-thirds of people have a stomach or gut issue. Do you want to know exactly what to do to feel better? In today’s episode, you’re getting an appointment with one of the most renowned GI doctors in the world. She is here today with her step-by-step protocol to help you reset your gut health, beat the bloat, and find more energy today.Dr. Robynne Chutkan, MD is a renowned gastroenterologist. For two decades, her integrative clinic, Digestive Center for Wellness, has helped patients to help them uncover the root cause of GI disorders. She’s worked at Georgetown Hospital for 27 years and has ...
In today’s episode, you’re going to learn how to take back control of your time. New research shows that you’ll spend 20 years of your life on your screens. It’s time to stop wasting your time – and your life – and learn how to use technology in a way that works for you, your brain, and your body.Here to deliver the wake up call of a lifetime is Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD.Dr. Kanojia, also known as Dr. K, is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in modern mental health and the impact of technology on the brain. He is beloved by the millions of fans of his YouTube channel Healthy Gamer for h...
Today, you’ll learn the surprising science of what creates a meaningful life, based on 8 decades of research. This conversation is so profound that you might need to take a second listen. Prepare to laugh, cry, and leave feeling empowered to find and create the happiness and connection that you want. Because the truth is, you can transform your life at any moment. There is nothing more important than this conversation. Because by the time you are done listening, you will understand how one tiny step might just change how you think about your entire life. Get ready to be blown away by the g...
Do you want to know the secret to unlocking motivation in yourself or someone you love? If you want to change any behavior for the better…Or if you’ve got someone in your life (don’t we all?!) who you wish would change… Today’s episode is for you. You’ll learn why guilt, pressure, fear, crying, threats, and ultimatums will not help anyone change, and there’s a scientific reason why. Then, you’ll learn the 3 very specific tactics that inspire anyone to quickly change their behavior for the better, including specific scripts that you can use with even the most stubborn people.Teaching you tod...
Do you want to know the best relationship advice no one has ever told you before? In today’s episode, Mel is revealing the one rule about relationships you must know.There is a game-changing framework that will help any relationship go the distance, and once you hear it, you’ll want to share it with everyone you know. It reveals why some relationships fail, and it also gives you the secret to sustaining a strong and successful relationship.Here to explain this “4 Levels” framework is New York Times bestselling author Matthew Hussey.Matthew has been helping people for more than 17 years to f...
After today, you will never think about stress the same way again.You’ll learn exactly what to do to take control of your stress, stay calm under pressure, and find instant relief.Harvard’s Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is here today to explain stress and how it relates to your body and brain. Dr. Aditi is a medical doctor, researcher, and world-renowned expert in stress and public health. She's a lecturer at Harvard Medical School and was the medical director of Harvard's Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital's integrative medicine program, where she developed an enormous clinical practice in stress managem...
Today, an absolute powerhouse is here to give you the key to living a longer, happier, healthier, and more meaningful life. “I’m 86, but I look and feel 57,” says Mel’s mother-in-law, Judie Robbins. Judie is the most happy, alive, vibrant, and well-connected person Mel knows. She’s back on the podcast and is sharing her best life advice and all new secrets for longevity, vitality, and how to create a long and happy life that you actually enjoy. You’ll also learn the crucial life lessons that most people learn too late, but you won’t after what you hear today.After today’s episode, you’ll kn...
Do you want to know how to deal with difficult people? What about if that difficult person in your life is a parent, boss, ex, child, or partner? Today, renowned psychologist and narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula is here to give you the tricks you need to master to live a more peaceful life.This episode is your masterclass on how to identify and heal from toxic people.Dr. Ramani will teach you how to not only deal with people who are disrespectful, passive aggressive, and can’t control their emotions, but also how to heal from the damage that they can cause you.She will show you how yo...
Today, you’ll learn the skill of self-confidence. This episode is a masterclass in how to believe in yourself, no matter what obstacles you face. Mel will share the 7 truths you need to hear about confidence and the art of being truly yourself.After listening, you will know exactly what to do to discover your authentic self (at any age), boost your self-esteem, and achieve really cool things. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked this episode and want to know more hacks to feel more confident, here’s one you should listen to next: How to Build the Life Yo...
In today’s episode, you’ll learn 6 simple mind and body hacks that play a huge role in your success, happiness, and health. One of the top psychology experts and professors in the world, Dr. Adam Alter, is here to reveal the simple things in your day to day life that influence how you think, feel, and behave. Dr. Alter is a New York Times bestselling author and a renowned researcher and professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business. He will share his incredible research, including:- One tiny change that will give you 20 years of your life back (yes, you read that right).- The exact colors you...
Today, a top menopause doctor is here to give you the science and facts on menopause and hormone replacement therapy that your doctor isn’t telling you.This episode is a must listen because you’ll learn EXACTLY what to do to feel like yourself again.Dr. Jen Gunter, MD, is known as the internet’s best Ob/Gyn. She is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained medical doctor and a fierce advocate for women’s health. She says you deserve science-backed solutions, not fairytales, and she is here to bust through all menopause myths and clear through the misinformation.You’ll learn:- The best in...
Today’s episode is a wake-up call. The reality is that time is passing you by.If you want to live a more meaningful, successful, and happy life, you need to get serious about the amount of time you have with your loved ones, because it’s limited. And unfortunately, today’s topic is something that is often not realized until it’s too late in life.After you listen to today’s episode, you’ll learn exactly what you can do to make the most of the time you have.If you loved this episode and want to know what to listen to next, check out this interview with Professor Tal Ben-Shahar, who will share...
In today’s episode, you’re going to learn about something important and rarely discussed that specifically impacts busy people and high achievers.Just ask yourself:- Do you just have coffee for breakfast, because a real meal would slow you down?- Do you eat lunch while you work, instead of taking a break?- Do you mindlessly scroll before going to bed because your mind is too busy? - Do you take on extra work because you think, “I’m the only one who can do this, right?”- Are you always there for others but don’t take care of yourself? These are some of the signs of high-functioning depressi...
In this episode, you’ll learn the best expert advice Mel is using right now.For this one-of-a-kind episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel hand-picked the top 5 most impactful, insightful, and exciting pieces of advice and rules for life ever shared by her guests. Listen as experts give you their best advice that will transform your health, stop anxiety, make you more money, improve your confidence, show when someone is lying to you, and help you live with more meaning and purpose.This episode is the cheat sheet for the level-up in life you have been looking for.What should you listen to ne...
Do you want to know how to talk to anyone with ease and confidence? In this episode, you will learn science-backed psychological tricks to be more successful, charismatic, and influential today.Vanessa Van Edwards is the founder of The Science of People, a behavior lab that studies high achievers and the science of confidence and body language. Her research proves that anyone can learn these practical skills and become a more successful person by using the same simple habits that almost every high achiever has.Whether you want to be a better leader, land your dream job, achieve big goals, o...
This one idea will change how you think about your entire life. Today, you are getting a step-by-step guide to overcoming any challenge that comes your way. Mel is sharing one tool that has profoundly helped her and the 4 simple steps that help you apply this concept in your own life.This singular tool allows you to:- Find your purpose- Change how you think about the past- Move towards your truest potentialIf you can’t stop procrastinating, are battling self-doubt, or you just need a reminder that your best days are ahead of you, then this is the episode for you.For more resources, click...
Do you want to be happier every day and live a more meaningful life? In this episode, you’re getting the research, the secrets, and some very surprising takeaways from the #1 happiness expert, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar. He has taught 2 of the most popular courses in Harvard’s history, and today you are getting a front row seat in one of his lectures. Grab a pen and paper, because class is in session. He is here to share all of the groundbreaking research and give you the answers to: - What you have wrong about happiness - The science-based tools for increasing happiness - 5 simple habits for a suc...
Don’t allow your life to be controlled by these 5 things.In today’s episode, Mel reveals the 5 surprising things that you waste time and energy on right now.You’ll be surprised by the sneaky things that are holding you back.Here’s the thing: When you try to control everything, you can't focus on anything that's truly important.By the end of this episode, you’ll learn the simple shifts that help you make room for the things that really matter.For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you are looking for more world-class free resources and support, sign up for Mel’s bran...
Today, you are getting a step-by-step guide on how to change your brain so that it helps you get what you want. Joining Mel today is Dr. Tara Swart Bieber, MD, PhD. She has a medical degree from Oxford and a PhD from King's College London, and is a senior lecturer at MIT. This #1 neuroscientist will teach you how you can trick your brain into manifesting your goals and desires and use manifesting as a tool for success, happiness, and better health in 4 simple steps. She will also share the shocking link between stress and your brain and body. She reveals how stress leaks through the skin, i...
In today’s episode, Mel shares the one question that will determine your next six months (and reveal who you really are). Then, you’ll learn how to go from thinking about what you want to taking action and making it happen.The free companion workbook to this episode can be found at melrobbins.com/makeithappen.Along with your workbook, Mel has created 2 video trainings to help you feel inspired, energized, and in control again.Mel created this free program, Make It Happen, as a way to thank YOU for your support of this podcast and for making it one of the most popular podcasts in the world. ...