The Mel Robbins Podcast

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 a...

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 unm...

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 th...

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 e...

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 l...

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....

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 ba...

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 ...

This is a conversation you need to hear, packed with life advice that will change your future. 

It’s what Mel wishes she knew in her 20s and the insight helping her guide her kids right now. 

Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Meg Jay. Dr. Jay is a clinical psychologist, professor, and bestselling author of THE book about your 20s: The Defining Decade. 

The New York Times called Dr. Jay "the patron saint" of 20-somethings, and today, you’r...

This episode will help you live a more peaceful and fulfilled life, even in a chaotic world. 

It's an invitation to pause, reset, slow down, and reconnect with yourself. 

And it’s a masterclass in how to release the tension you’re holding and unlock the calm, grounded confidence you’ve been craving – no matter what is happening around you. 

Joining Mel on the podcast is New York Times bestselling author and poet Diego Perez, also know...

Today, you’ll learn how to stop playing small and step into the bigger life that’s waiting for you. 

You’ll learn how to stop shrinking, stop explaining, and start claiming what you want without guilt, apology, or second-guessing. 

Whether you’re coming out of a breakup, burnout, or just a version of life that no longer fits, this conversation will show you how to reinvent yourself from the inside out. 

You’ll hear what happens when y...

This is one of the single best conversations ever had on the podcast. 

Today, in honor of Dr. Jim Doty, Mel is sharing this episode on manifestation, neuroscience, and what’s truly possible when you unlock the power of your mind and heart.

Dr. Doty was truly an extraordinary human being who lived an extraordinary life.

He was a world-renowned Stanford neurosurgeon and neuroscientist, a New York Times bestselling author, a philanthropi...

In this episode, you’ll discover how your childhood shaped who you are today—and the hidden parenting mistakes that impact every relationship you have. 

You’ll also learn tools for excellent parenting and how to improve any relationship, including with your own parents, siblings, partner, kids, and friends. 

Joining Mel today is Dr. Aliza Pressman, PhD. Dr. Pressman is a world‑renowned developmental psychologist, professor at Mount S...

Today’s episode is a deeply honest conversation about what it takes to let go of mistakes, forgive yourself, leave your past in the past, and create a new version of you. 

In this moving episode, Mel sits down with her friend Carl Lentz, a former megachurch pastor, who watched his life implode in real time. 

Carl doesn’t dodge the truth: His actions shattered trust, cost him his career, and nearly destroyed his family. 

But this is no...

Today’s episode is the cheat sheet you’ve been waiting for.

If you're confused by all the conflicting health advice – from keto to vegan, biohacking, to hormone tracking – this is your reset. 

Mel did the heavy lifting for you, analyzing 53 conversations with the world’s leading health experts to pinpoint exactly what matters most for your health, energy, and longevity. 

The result? 3 simple, science-backed habits that every single ex...

In this episode, you’ll learn the secret to getting anything you want in life. 

You’ll also learn how to build unshakable self-confidence, turn rejection into fuel, and push through doubt to create a life you're proud of. 

Today, legendary film producer Will Packer is here to help you create a blockbuster life. 

He is one of the most successful producers and filmmakers in the world, with ten #1 box-office hits and over $1 billion in t...

If you’re exhausted, barely keeping it together, and quietly wondering when you’ll feel like yourself again… this episode is your lifeline. 

Maybe you’re the one who keeps the house running. 

The one everyone calls in an emergency. 

The one who knows takes care of everyone including medications, the bills, doctor visits, and the schedules.

The one who stays up late searching for answers, and gets up early to make sure everyone else is ...

After listening to this episode, your brain will not be the same. 

In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop negative thoughts, heal from past trauma, and reset your mind for peace, focus, and resilience. 

Today, neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf is here to share her evidence-based, 5-step Neurocycle method that has helped millions take control of their mental health – and will help you take your power back.

Dr. Caroline Leaf is  a wor...

You’re about to hear what a heart surgeon wishes you knew sooner. 

If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on inside your body, or what habits are silently destroying your heart, this episode could be a lifesaver. 

Dr. Jeremy London is a renowned heart surgeon with 25 years of experience. After performing thousands of heart surgeries, he’s seen what wrecks the human heart, and he has one mission: to keep you off his operating tab...