This is an interview like no other. Mel Robbins opens up about overcoming crippling anxiety, undiagnosed ADHD, and childhood trauma with the life-changing 5 Second Rule. At 41, she was $800,000 in debt, unemployed, and waking up with a feeling of full-body dread every single day.

Mel shares the one rule that became her turning point - helping her get out of bed and rebuild her life from the ground up. She opens up about how the "Let Them" theory saved her 29-year marriage, and how she faced identity struggles and mental health challenges that were holding her back.

Now one of the most influential voices in personal growth and self-improvement, Mel reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her journey. With over a billion video views and multiple bestselling books, Mel shares how she transformed her life and how you can do the same.

Whether you're navigating a long-term relationship, struggling with anxiety, or simply looking to reclaim your power, this episode offers real, actionable insights for anyone ready to change their life.

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(00:00) Intro

(00:52) Mel's Upbringing in 1960s USA

(09:14) Mel's Attachment Style and Childhood Trauma

(18:49) Mel's Experience of University

(27:08) Mel's First Legal Job and the Lessons It Taught Her

(42:12) Shopify Ad

(43:15) Tinder Ad

(44:25) How Mel Met Her Husband Chris

(52:35) How Mel's ADHD Affected Her Marriage

(1:03:32) How the 'Let Them' Theory Helped Mel's Marriage

(1:06:24) Indeed Ad

(1:07:36) How Mel and Chris Navigated a Dip in Their Marriage from 2008–14

(1:12:58) How Mel Changed Careers

(1:16:38) The Success of Mel's 2011 TED Talk

(1:22:19) Roles Within Mel's Marriage with Chris

(1:28:04) A Message from Mel's Daughter

(1:31:54) Mel's Thoughts on Motherhood

(1:36:09) Some Parting Thoughts on the 'Let Them' Theory from Mel

(1:43:07) Most Memorable Conversation

(1:47:03) Paul's Takeaways

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