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The Mel Robbins Podcast
Mel Robbins
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- Aug 10, 2026
World Leading Psychologist: How to Manifest Anything & Create the Life You Want
Aug 10, 2026 · 1h 19m
Today, you are going to learn the science of manifestation, visualization, and imagination - and the steps you can take to start creating the life you want. In this powerful episode, Mel sits down with Dr. Cassandra Vieten, PhD, a clinical psychologist, professor at UC San Diego, and one of the world’s leading researchers on imagination and consciousness. Dr. Vieten directs the Center for Human Imagination at UC San Diego, leads the Center for Mindfulness at UC San Diego’s Centers for Integrative Health, and her research has been cited more than 5,000 times. Together, Mel and Dr. Vieten unp
Feel Better Fast: The 5 Things That Shift Your Mood Instantly
Aug 8, 2026 · 1h 4m
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or stressed, today’s episode will remind you that you are not stuck - and that you can shift how you feel right now. In this episode, Mel breaks down the top 5 feelings that more than half a million listeners shared that you're struggling with. For each one, you’ll get a simple, science-backed tool to help you feel better fast. Whether you’re going through burnout, navigating a transition, feeling overwhelmed, or just feeling a little “off,” this conversation is your invitation to check in with yourself, regain clarity, and feel better. Wi
Organize Your Life & Home: The Simple System That Gives You More Time, Energy, & Control
Aug 6, 2026 · 1h 12m
This conversation will make your home and your life feel lighter and easier in the first 10 minutes. Clutter is stealing your time, draining your energy, and you are about to learn the fast and simple way to take back your sanity. Even better news: You do not need to spend an entire weekend to get organized. You need a simple system that works for your real (and very busy) life. Today, Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, the organizing experts behind The Home Edit, are here to help you clear the clutter, take back your space, and make your home feel easier to live in. They are removing t
If You Only Listen to One Podcast This Week, Make It This One
Aug 3, 2026 · 1h 34m
This might be one of the greatest conversations Mel has ever had on this podcast. Today, you’re getting an absolute masterclass in motivation from one of the greatest athletes walking this earth: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce. If you’ve ever felt self-doubt, pressure, or like your best days are behind you, you’re in the right place. In this conversation, Shelly-Ann does not hold back. Shelly-Ann is the most decorated 100-meter sprinter of all time, male or female. She has won Olympic gold 3 times. She has won 10 gold medals at the World Championships, with 2 of them coming after she gave birth to
MIT Longevity Expert: Do These 3 Things Now to Stay Young, Live Longer, & Keep Your Freedom
Jul 30, 2026 · 1h 22m
What no one tells you about aging is that it starts long before you feel old. In fact, the choices you’re making in this moment are shaping how strong, independent, connected, and fulfilled you’ll feel decades from now. In this hopeful conversation, Mel sits down with MIT longevity expert Dr. Joseph Coughlin, founding director of the MIT AgeLab, for a wake-up call that will change how you plan the rest of your life. The good news? Dr. Coughlin says you’re probably going to live longer than you think. But longevity is not just about adding more years to your life. It is about deciding
9 Small Things That Will Help You Feel Amazing Again
Jul 27, 2026 · 44m
Want to feel amazing again? You do not need a complicated plan to start feeling better. You need just a few simple, but powerful changes that make a real difference. In today’s episode, Mel shares 9 research-backed life hacks you can use right now to improve your energy, sleep, confidence, relationships, focus, money, and daily life. These are not big commitments. Most of them can be done while you are listening, and every one of them can be done today - so you can reset your life before the episode is over. You’ll learn: -The simple sentence that makes you believe in yourself and sta
#1 Women’s Hormone Doctor: Take Control of Your Body, Balance Hormones, & Feel Amazing
Jul 23, 2026 · 1h 19m
Today’s episode is your ultimate women’s hormone health guide for every age. If you are dealing with painful periods, infertility, endometriosis, PCOS, struggling with perimenopause, menopause, or confused about birth control - this episode is a MUST listen. From PMS to menopause, this episode will teach you how to use science to hack your hormones, reset your body, and feel amazing again. Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Sharon Malone, MD, one of the most trusted medical experts in women’s health today, to cover health topics we have never discussed on this podcast before. Whether you’re
The Manipulation Expert: 4 Hidden Signs You’re Dealing With a Toxic Person
Jul 20, 2026 · 1h 4m
In today’s episode, you’ll learn the hidden signs of a manipulative, toxic person from the #1 researcher in the world on dark personalities, Dr. Leanne ten Brinke, PhD. She is here to teach you how to spot the poisonous people that are hidden in plain sight around you – in your family, your community, and at work. And, she’s giving you the science-backed guide to understand poisonous people: how they operate, how to spot the patterns early, and what to do when you realize you’re dealing with one. Dr. ten Brinke is a professor at the University of British Columbia, where she directs the T
How to Master Your Emotions & Never Get Angry or Bothered by Anyone
Jul 16, 2026 · 1h 8m
Are you going to keep being controlled by your emotions for the rest of your life? The answer is no. Because today, Dr. Marc Brackett, PhD, the world’s leading expert on emotional intelligence is here to tell you, “Success in virtually every aspect of life – career, friendship, love, and family – is determined mainly by one thing: how we deal with emotions.” Because your emotions are running your life – and you don’t even realize it. Dr. Brackett is the Founder & Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence whose research proves that your life is being shaped by the one skill
Feeling Lost or Behind in Life? The #1 Happiness Expert Explains How to Find Your Purpose
Jul 13, 2026 · 1h 6m
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to feel happier and more connected to your purpose in under 5 minutes. Today, you’re learning from Dr. Dacher Keltner, one of the world’s leading experts on meaning, purpose, happiness, and awe. Dr. Keltner is a distinguished professor of psychology at UC Berkeley, and the founding director of the Greater Good Science Center, one of the most renowned research institutes in the world that studies well-being. He has spent over 35 years researching science-backed tools that you can use right now. You will be clear, focused, calmer, more engaged in your lif
How to Get More Out of Life: Make More Money & Build Something That Matters with Seth Godin
Jul 11, 2026 · 1h 5m
Two simple questions can change the way you make decisions, spend your time, and build your future. In today’s episode, Mel sits down with Seth Godin, one of the most influential thinkers of our time and one of Mel’s most trusted mentors. Seth has written more than 20 bestselling books, taught millions of people how to think differently, and shaped the way Mel thinks about success, confidence, purpose, business, and making an impact. Today, Seth is sharing the advice Mel wishes everyone could hear, particularly when it comes to business and success. His wisdom will make you rethink how
8 Simple Reminders You Need to Hear Right Now
Jul 9, 2026 · 1h 1m
Today, you’re getting exactly what you need to take back your power and make life feel a little easier. In this solo episode, Mel shares 8 simple reminders that will help you feel stronger, calmer, and more confident. These are the words to come back to when you need courage, perspective, and a reminder of how much strength you already have. Through 8 powerful quotes and straight-to-the-point coaching, Mel will show you how to stop taking other people’s behavior personally, pause before you react, protect your peace, take responsibility for your own happiness, and make something good hap
How to Master Any Conversation, Communicate With Confidence, and Deal With Difficult People
Jul 6, 2026 · 1h 9m
What if you could walk into any room and become the person everyone remembers? Someone who can communicate with confidence, command respect, and create lasting connections? Today, Mel sits down with Oz Pearlman, a world-renowned mentalist who has spent decades mastering the skills that make people more trustworthy, respected, and likeable. On stage, Oz creates the illusion of reading minds. But in this energizing conversation, he reveals the tools behind his success that you can use in your own life to read people, talk to anyone, and communicate with confidence. You’ll learn how to p
Create a Happier Version of Yourself: Redirect Your Energy for Positive Thinking
Jul 2, 2026 · 1h 5m
In this episode, you will learn how to take back your power when you’re in the midst of change, stress, or uncertainty, and then redirect your energy for self-transformation. If there’s an area of your life that you’re feeling unhappy about and want to take control over, today’s episode will show you exactly what to do. Joining Mel in this deeply personal episode is her 21-year-old son Oakley. He candidly shares how he went from feeling stuck and lonely, to finally feeling happy again, and the simple mindset shifts and changes that made the biggest difference. He and Mel openly unpack ho
#1 Brain Surgeon: What Your Dreams Are Trying to Tell You About Yourself
Jun 29, 2026 · 1h 11m
Today’s episode will change how you think about your dreams and your entire life. Do you ever wake up from a dream and wonder: What did that mean? Or maybe you’ve had a nightmare and asked yourself: Why did I dream that? Could I stop it? Is my brain trying to tell me something? Maybe you keep having the same dream over and over again. Or maybe you’re the person who says, “I don’t dream.” According to today’s expert, you’re wrong. We all dream. And once you understand what your brain is doing while you’re dreaming, you’ll never think about sleep, your mind, or what’s possible in the same
Change Your Body at Any Age: The Diet & Exercise Plan For a Longer Life
Jun 25, 2026 · 1h 15m
Today's episode is a MUST listen. You will learn the surprising science of exercise and nutrition, the mistakes you’re making, and the simple changes that lead to better health and longevity. In this powerful episode, Mel sits down with one of her dream guests, Dr. Rhonda Patrick PhD. Dr. Patrick is a biomedical scientist who has spent her career studying nutrition, aging, and disease prevention. Ever wonder why you can walk every day and still not feel stronger? Or why you’re exhausted, stressed, and carrying more weight around your middle? There’s a reason for that. Today, Dr. Rhond
Try it For 1 Week: Small Ways to Make Your Life Fun & Exciting Again
Jun 22, 2026 · 1h 14m
Summer is all about having fun: long days, warm nights, and getting together with the people you love. Today’s episode is your playbook for making that time you spend with people more exciting and meaningful. Mel is joined by Priya Parker, one of the world’s leading experts on human connection. Her book “The Art of Gathering” is the most renowned work on how to bring people together and create moments that feel joyful and unforgettable. In this episode, she will teach you simple ways to create real connections and make the time you spend with others memorable and fun. Whether you’re plan
How to Become the Most Confident Version of Yourself & Step Into Your Power
Jun 20, 2026 · 1h 25m
Today, you’re going to hear one of the most emotional and inspiring episodes that has ever been on The Mel Robbins Podcast. When the world feels overwhelming… When you’re discouraged… When you feel beaten up by life… When you’re tired of carrying the past around… This is the episode to press play on. In this powerful episode, Mel revisits her conversation with Sarah Jakes Roberts, with a brand-new introduction and new insights for right now. This is a conversation Mel personally returns to when she needs hope, motivation, optimism, and a reminder that change is possible. Sarah J
The Best Relationship Advice That Everyone Needs to Hear (From the World’s #1 Love Researchers)
Jun 18, 2026 · 1h 28m
Today’s episode is one of the most eye-opening conversations about marriage, love, and relationships you will ever hear. Whether you're married, dating, single, divorced, or in a long term relationship, get ready for the gift of the Gottmans. Dr. John and Dr. Julie Gottman are the world’s leading relationship researchers. For over 50 years, they have studied thousands of couples, published hundreds of research papers, written 52 books, and changed the way the world understands love. And what they are sharing today is simple but life-changing: It’s not whether you have conflict that dete
7 Things to Tell Yourself Every Night for More Happiness and Positivity
Jun 15, 2026 · 1h 3m
This episode gives you a reset you can use tonight. In today’s solo episode, Mel shows you how to end your day right, with 7 simple sentences that reset your mindset and rewire your brain for a better night’s sleep and a great day tomorrow. If you’re like Mel, nights are when your anxiety shows up. Because when the world gets quiet, your thoughts get loud: The regrets. The pressure. The to-do list. The fear that you’re failing. And if you fall asleep in that headspace, of course you wake up tired. Instead, tonight, when you climb into bed, you will start to change the settings in yo
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