The Mel Robbins Podcast

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...

If the holidays stir up feelings about your family - 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...

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 sett...

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 boo...

Do you want to make 2026 your best year yet? 

An amazing year doesn’t happen by chance. It happens by choice. And there are only 6 questions to ask yourself for instant clarity and insight. Your answers will show you what the very next steps are in your life. 

The brand new companion workbook to this episode can be found at melrobbins.com/bestyear. 

In this episode, Mel walks you through her empowering, research-backed, year-end ritual designed to set you up for success. By the end, you’ll know exactly where to steer your energy...

This episode is a MUST listen. 

If you feel stuck right now - whether it’s with your health, your job, your habits, your relationships - this conversation is for you. 

Today, you’re getting a new framework that helps you create an instant shift, and it comes from one of Mel’s favorite thinkers on the planet: Mark Rober. 

Mark is a NASA engineer who turned his love of science and education into the #1 science education platform in the world, with 72 million YouTube subscribers. 

And here’s here to teach you a comple...

If you’ve been feeling the itch for something more in life: a new chapter, a new dream, a new version of yourself – this episode is your green light. 

It is a guide to how you can transform your life at any moment. 

Today, Mel sits down with her friend Hoda Kotb. Hoda, more than anyone else, will prove to you that reinvention is something you CAN do. 

In her twenties and thirties, she climbed the ranks in newsrooms across the country and refused to quit until she landed one of the most coveted...

This is one of the most motivating episodes of all time on The Mel Robbins Podcast. 

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or like it’s too late to reach your potential, you need to hear this conversation. 

Today’s episode is a wake-up call. 

You can break free of regret, shame, and fear. 

You can become the person you know you’re meant to be. 

It’s not too late to change. 

And this conversation will show you how. 

Today, you’re going to meet one of the...

If you are tired of your own excuses… 

If you are tired of starting out strong, only to end up in the exact same place… 

If you feel like you can’t get your life together… 

If you feel unmotivated and exhausted… 

That makes complete sense. The end of the year is almost here and you need a little PUSH to get over the finish line. 

So Mel is giving you the simple reset you need to finish the year with energy and focus. 

Today, Mel is joined by Pulitz...

In today’s episode, you’ll learn a simple tool you can use to feel happier and more connected to your loved ones. 

Mel is teaching you a few simple gratitude practices, ones you can do with your family, your partner, or even in a group text, that are proven to lower stress and make any relationship better. 

Mel used to cringe at the word gratitude. 
 

The fake smiles. The toxic positivity. The pressure to be “thankful” while your life is falling apart. 
 

But then she uncovered the real science – and...

In today’s episode, you’re going to learn the root cause of why you feel stuck. 

Whether you feel trapped in self-doubt, overwhelmed by anxiety, or find yourself in a dynamic that keeps repeating, this conversation will show you how to break free. 

Joining Mel today is Lori Gottlieb: world-renowned therapist, writer of the “Ask the Therapist” column for The New York Times, author of “Maybe You Should Talk to Someone,” which has sold 3 million copies, and host of the podcast Since You Asked. 

Lori is here to help you change the most powerful f...

What if you could meet with your older, wiser self for a few minutes and get all the answers you need to live a life you’re proud of? 

A life with more joy and fewer regrets. 

A life of purpose and passion. 

That’s exactly what this episode feels like. 

In this powerful conversation, Mel sits down with Dr. Karl Pillemer, director of Cornell University’s Legacy Project. 

Dr. Pillemer has spent years researching the lessons and regrets of thousands of people in their 80s, 90s, and 100s. 

His mis...

Today, you are getting research-backed strategies for handling difficult people. 

If you’re done being dismissed, talked over, or made to feel small, this episode will help you show up with power - and walk away with peace.

Whether it’s family, coworkers, friends, or anyone who knows how to trigger you, today you’re getting tools for dealing with difficult people.

In this solo episode, Mel dives deep into how to respond to disrespect, deal with emotionally immature behavior without losing yourself, and finally stop overreacting and  overexplaining around people who are never go...

Some days, the world feels like too much. 

The news, the stress, the noise. 

You start to wonder if you’ll ever feel right again. 

Then, out of nowhere, something lands in your lap that reminds you of what really matters. 

That’s what today’s conversation delivers: the exact words you need to hear if you’re feeling stuck in that negative place. 

In this deeply personal and moving episode, Mel sits down with one of the most extraordinary thinkers and poets of our time: 

Mark Nepo, the #1 N...

This episode is a MUST listen. 

If you’ve ever felt stuck, small, or tired of letting fear dictate your life, you need to hit play. 

This is the most eye-opening, empowering conversation you’ll hear this year. 

It’s time to stop playing small. 

There’s a bigger possibility for your life, you are more capable than you know, and you can manifest the future you want. 

Today’s episode will show you how. 

In it, Mel is joined by Shonda Rhimes. 

Shonda is one of the most p...

What if the most powerful tool for saving time, making money, and transforming your life was already right in front of you? 

And yet you’re most likely using it incorrectly or not using it at all. 

That tool is AI – artificial intelligence. 

Have you noticed: it seems like everybody is talking about AI everywhere you turn? 

You’re already living with it every single day, whether you notice it or not. So, you might as well be the one in charge of how you use it. 

That’s why Mel has b...

If you’ve ever had that quiet thought – “There’s more I’m meant to do” – this episode is your sign to pay attention. 

What if the life you want isn’t as far away as it feels? 

What if you could start seeing new possibilities right now? 

In this episode, Mel shares 3 powerful questions you need to ask yourself this week. 

Developed by Stanford University professors, these questions have helped millions of people design lives they love. 

They’re simple, but they’ll shake up how you think about your work, your rel...

This episode will completely change the way you think about communication. 

What you learn will boost your influence and make you more confident.

If you… 

Overthink what you said hours after a meeting, 

Freeze up when it’s your turn to talk, 

Or want to sound more confident without faking it… 

This is your blueprint for better conversations at work, in relationships, and in life. 

Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Alison Wood Brooks: Harvard professor, researcher, author, and one of the world’s leading experts on the...

If you’re feeling tired, unfocused, and like your mind is being hijacked, today’s episode is for you. 

The world today is designed to steal your focus. 

In today’s episode, cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Amishi Jha joins Mel to deliver a wake-up call: 

Every scroll, every ping, every mindless click – these aren’t just distractions. They are rewiring your brain and reshaping your priorities. 

If you can’t control your attention, you can’t steer your life. 

But the good news? You can train your brain to pay attention again. <...

In this episode, you will learn what to eat to heal your body, starve cancer, and prevent disease - with the food you eat. 

Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a double board‑certified Mayo Clinic physician, the first cancer doctor ever on this podcast, integrative oncology pioneer, and stage 4 cancer survivor. 

Her colleagues at Mayo Clinic call her “the Magic Bullet” because of the incredible results she gets combining traditional medicine with lifestyle interventions. 

This conversation is going to change the way you think about food, exercise, sleep, stress, and disease. ...

If you’ve been thinking, 

I can’t focus… 

I can’t catch up… 

I feel so behind… 

this episode is for you. 

Today, Mel breaks down overwhelm:

why your brain feels overloaded and the 4 simple steps you can use today to clear your mind and finally get back on track. 

You’ll learn: 

-The real reason you can’t focus (and it’s not what you think) 
-The first thing to do when you feel paralyzed by stress or decisions 

-Why doing more is actual...

In today’s episode, you’re going to learn the new science of healing your body, stopping pain, and feeling better now. 

One of the world’s most respected neurosurgeons and medical experts alive is here to reveal the new frontiers in pain management and how you can feel better in your body starting today. 

Whether you’ve been living with a chronic condition, you’re dealing with an injury that just happened, or you’re listening for a loved one, you’re going to learn so much from our expert.  

Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD is a wor...

What if the one thing that matters most for your success isn’t talent, luck, or intelligence, but something you can build starting today?  

In this eye-opening conversation, renowned psychologist Dr. Angela Duckworth joins Mel to reveal the real science of success and what drives achievement – and it’s not what you’ve been told. 

You’ll learn why grit – the combination of passion and perseverance – matters more than talent, intelligence, or motivation alone. And today, you’ll learn exactly how to build it.  

Dr. Duckworth is a pioneering researcher in psychology, professor at The University of...

If you’ve ever felt stuck, behind, or like you’re not living the life you’re meant to, this conversation is for you. 

Today’s episode is a guide to how you can transform your life – at any moment. 

Mel sits down with New York Times bestselling author, ultra-endurance athlete, and host of one of the world’s top podcasts, Rich Roll, to reveal the lessons from his three jaw-dropping reinventions. 

From being an alcoholic who couldn’t make the ends meet, to an overweight lawyer who could barely climb a flight of stairs, to one...

If you feel like nothing feels exciting or fun anymore, you’re not alone. 

In today’s episode, Mel shares 6 small ways you can break out of autopilot and live with more joy, fun, and energy. 

If you’re tired of feeling numb, heavy, or stuck in a routine, this episode is your wake-up call. 

Mel proves to you today that you can have more fun, even when life feels hard. 

Practice these simple shifts, and over time you’ll feel brighter, lighter, and more alive than you have in years. 

This epi...

What if everything you’ve been told about health, stress, and aging is wrong? 

Today, the legendary Dr. Ellen Langer – pioneering Harvard psychologist and global mindfulness legend, renowned for her 50+ years of groundbreaking research – joins Mel for the conversation of a lifetime. 

She says you can use your mind to heal your body, and she has 50 years of headline-making science to back it up. 

You’ll hear about people healing faster when the clock on the wall sped up.  

Elderly men getting stronger and younger by pretending they traveled back in time. 

...

What if the world became a better place by becoming better, more authentic versions of ourselves?

Despite what the headlines and social media might suggest, we’re not as divided as we think. Most people want the same core things: to be a good person, to live with integrity and authenticity, and to make a positive impact.

But we’re caught in a collective illusion - where the loudest voices dominate 80% of the headlines, social media, and public conversation.

If there’s one episode to share with someone who’s feeling discouraged about the stat...

Feeling overloaded, discouraged, and overwhelmed? You’re not alone. 

Today’s episode will show you how to keep going and explore new possibilities for yourself, even during uncertain times. 

Mel’s guest today, Kellie Gerardi, is here to give you the step-by-step process to building the life you want. 

Kellie is an astronaut and bioastronautics researcher who went from working coat check to leading research missions in space. 
 

And Kellie doesn’t just take you into space - she takes you into the real-life moments most people never talk about. 

She speak...

This episode delivers the best financial advice you’ll ever hear. 

It will teach you the 5 money habits that can change your life. 

And it’s your guide to taking control of your money: how to make it, save it, and invest it no matter where you're starting from. 

Whether you're trying to feel more confident with your finances, buried in debt, living paycheck-to-paycheck, or want to learn more about investing, this episode 

will shift the way you think about money, and what to do with it, for good. 

Mel is...

If you’re tired of managing everyone’s moods, overexplaining yourself, fixing issues that aren’t yours to fix, or proving your worth to people who don’t see it, this episode is your reset. 

In this solo episode, Mel unpacks the life-changing tool that millions of people around the world can’t stop talking about:

The Let Them Theory.

For the first time on the podcast since the book launched, Mel discusses Let Them, the global movement, and new ways to apply the theory.

Whether you’ve read the book or are new to...

What if the products you use every day, the air you breathe, and the food you eat is making you sick? 

Today, Mel speaks with Dr. Eric Topol, MD, one of the most cited scientists and researchers in the world, about the hidden toxins in your environment that are silently hijacking the health of you and your family.

Dr. Topol shares the alarming truth about the microplastics and forever chemicals that are all around you, and how they’re linked to skyrocketing rates of infertility, cancer in young people, heart disease, and even cognitive decline. 

You can reprogram your mind for success. 

In today’s episode, Mel shows you how to start your day right, with 8 simple sentences that reset your mindset and rewire your brain for the day ahead. 

Every morning is an opportunity to take control of your thoughts and your focus. Don’t waste it. 

Using research and proven affirmations, Mel will teach you how to train your brain to see more opportunity, focus on the positive and get excited about your life again. 

Speak these 8 lines to yourself every morning, and over time you...

Today, you’re getting a step-by-step process for designing the life you want. 

Right now, you might think that “designing your life” sounds impossible, or that it’s something reserved for people with more time, money, or resources. 

But what if it wasn’t just a nice idea? What if it was a simple, concrete, and clear process you could start right now? 

Here’s the truth: You have the power to design the exact life you’ve always wanted and today you’re getting the blueprint to make it happen – with this episode and the free...

In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to gain control of your time, improve productivity, and get motivated (even when you don’t feel like it). 

By the time you finish listening, you’ll understand how to get things done, the surprising science of focus, and simple tricks to never procrastinate again. 

Joining Mel today is the #1 productivity expert and Georgetown professor Dr. Cal Newport. 

He is here to tell you: 

If you’re feeling unmotivated, burnt out, and tired of wasting time, there’s another way to live. 

Today he shares...

This episode is a MUST listen. 

Mel calls it “the single best conversation” she has ever recorded. 

If you’ve ever felt behind, stuck, or doubting yourself, you need to hit play. 

This is the most motivational, eye-opening episode that you will ever hear, and it will give you the roadmap to become the person you’ve always wanted to be. 

Today, Mel is joined by Emma Grede. 

Emma is one of the most successful self-made businesswomen in the world, playing a huge role in 3 billion dollar brands, as the founding...

In this episode, you’ll learn how to access your creativity, and use it to live a more purpose-driven life. 

Today, Mel and her guest Phil Cook will help you realize: you’re more creative than you think. 

If you’ve felt stuck, spread thin, or like your ideas never make it off the Notes app, this is your reset. You’ll get a practical method to quiet the noise, spot what actually sparks something in you, and act on it – fast. 

In this episode, you’ll hear from musician and songwriter Phil Cook. Yes, he’s...

This episode will change both how you see your life – and how you live it.

Today, in honor of Judge Frank Caprio, Mel is sharing this episode on 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.

Judge Caprio was more than America’s most beloved judge. He was a father, husband, cancer fighter, and a global example of what it looked like to lead with compassion. His courtroom videos have been viewed more than 1...

In today’s episode, you will learn how to boost your metabolism at any age and the simple changes that lead to better health, longevity, and fat loss. 

You’ll discover the 4 biggest myths keeping you stuck, how to reset your body’s natural fat-burning system, and what foods to eat (and avoid) to finally feel better in your body. 

Here to share this information is the world-renowned physician and metabolism expert, Dr. William Li, MD. 

Dr. Li is one of your favorite experts of all time on The Mel Robbins Podcast, and Mel is th...

In today’s episode, you’ll hear about the real reason young men are quietly giving up and what to do about it. 

This episode will change the way you see the men in your life – and the way they see themselves. 

Today, bestselling author Jason Wilson is here to talk about what most men won’t say out loud — and what they need to hear. 

For the past 22 years, Jason has been mentoring boys and men at the Cave of Adullam — a martial arts based mentoring program that gives them permission to feel, room to h...

This episode is exactly what you need to hear right now. 

If life feels overwhelming, if you’ve lost touch with yourself, or if you’re craving a sense of clarity and peace, this is the episode for you. 

Today, Mel is going to help you reconnect what really matters. In this solo episode, Mel is asking you 5 powerful questions that will help you reflect on where you are right now and where you’re going. 

These are the exact 5 questions Mel asks herself anytime she needs to reset, reconnect, or reimagine what’s possible...