November 12, 2025

#103 Mel Robbins: The Trick To Unlocking A Happier Life

1 hour 47 minutes

Most people know Mel Robbins for her viral “5 Second Rule” or her bestselling book The Let Them Theory. But what they don’t know is the raw, messy story behind how she went from $800,000 in debt and hiding from bill collectors… to building one of the biggest self-improvement empires in the world.

In this episode, Mel opens up about the moment she almost lost everything — her home, her marriage, her hope — and what finally snapped her out of it. She reveals the brutally honest conversation that changed her life, how she clawed her way back one tiny habit at a time, and why she says every entrepreneur has to “fight for the first 15 minutes of the day.”

If you’ve ever wondered how to actually rebuild when life falls apart — or how to finally defeat failure, jealousy, and burnout — this conversation is for you.

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Check out Mel Robbins' bestselling book "The Let Them Theory" here: https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/

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00:00 Introduction

01:29 Mel's Journey of Starting Over

06:21 Entrepreneurial Challenges and Family Background

08:11 Transitioning Careers and Finding Purpose

12:11 The Reality of Entrepreneurship

16:48 Coaching and Building a New Career

22:28 Facing Hardships and Personal Growth

26:41 The Power of Vulnerability and Honesty

38:49 Oprah's Enormous Gift

39:14 Embracing Excitement and Celebration

39:43 The Power of Savoring Success

40:01 Innovative Education with Joe Lamont

43:25 The Importance of Spirituality

46:44 Finding Joy in Small Moments

50:27 The Hot 15: Morning Routine for Success

01:05:56 Closing the Day with a Clear Mind

01:09:32 Struggles with Jealousy

01:11:51 Financial Hardships and Career Beginnings

01:12:34 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Podcasting

01:13:48 Understanding and Harnessing Jealousy

01:16:15 Personal Growth and Family Dynamics

01:18:32 Building a Successful Business

01:25:37 The Challenges and Rewards of Touring

01:37:11 Impact and Legacy