What Makes a Good Life? Lessons From the Longest Study on Happiness

Do you want to know how to talk to anyone with ease and confidence? In this episode, you will learn science-backed psychological tricks to be more successful, charismatic, and influential today.Vanessa Van Edwards is the founder of The Science of People, a behavior lab that studies high achievers and the science of confidence and body language. Her research proves that anyone can learn these practical skills and become a more successful person by using the same simple habits that almost every high achiever has.Whether you want to be a better leader, land your dream job, achieve big goals, or align your life with what you want, this is the episode for you.For more resources, including links to Vanessa’s bestselling books, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked this research-packed episode, you’ll love hearing Vanessa’s other appearance on the podcast: Research From Princeton: 13 Proven Hacks That Boost Your Influence & Make You More ConfidentIf you are looking for more support, Mel wants to coach you. Her signature 6-month live coaching program, Launch, is open for registration for just a few more hours.Click here for more information and to sign up. If you miss registration, hop on the waitlist.Connect with Mel: Sign up for Mel’s 6 month coaching program, LaunchWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer

This one idea will change how you think about your entire life. Today, you are getting a step-by-step guide to overcoming any challenge that comes your way. Mel is sharing one tool that has profoundly helped her and the 4 simple steps that help you apply this concept in your own life.This singular tool allows you to:-  Find your purpose-  Change how you think about the past-  Move towards your truest potentialIf you can’t stop procrastinating, are battling self-doubt, or you just need a reminder that your best days are ahead of you, then this is the episode for you.For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked this episode, here’s one you should listen to next: The #1 Neuroscientist: After Listening to This, Your Brain Will Not Be the SameIf you are looking for more coaching, Mel just opened the doors to the once-a-year, science-backed, community-packed coaching program, Launch with Mel Robbins, and wants YOU to join her. Over 6 full months, you’ll get step-by-step support through 3 personal or professional projects that are important to you. If you’re ready for deep support, dream-chasing, and a LOT of momentum, this is for you. Launch with Mel Robbins closes enrollment on April 25th. If you miss the date, you can hop on the waitlist for next year’s course.Connect with Mel: Sign up for Mel’s 6 month coaching program, LaunchWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer

Do you want to be happier every day and live a more meaningful life? In this episode, you’re getting the research, the secrets, and some very surprising takeaways from the #1 happiness expert, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar. He has taught 2 of the most popular courses in Harvard’s history, and today you are getting a front row seat in one of his lectures. Grab a pen and paper, because class is in session. He is here to share all of the groundbreaking research and give you the answers to: - What you have wrong about happiness - The science-based tools for increasing happiness - 5 simple habits for a successful, happy life This episode will give you the secret to creating happiness in your life again, with zero weird tricks. For more resources, including the link to Dr. Ben-Shahar’s book, Happier, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked this research-packed episode, here’s one you should listen to next: What Makes a Good Life? Lessons From the Longest Study on Happiness.If you are looking for more coaching, Mel just opened the doors to the once-a-year, science-backed, community-packed coaching program, Launch with Mel Robbins, and wants YOU to join her. Over 6 full months, you’ll get step-by-step support through 3 personal or professional projects that are important to you. If you’re ready for deep support, dream-chasing, and a LOT of momentum, this is for you. Launch with Mel Robbins closes enrollment on April 25th. If you miss the date, you can hop on the waitlist for next year’s course.Connect with Mel: Sign up for Mel’s 6 month coaching program, LaunchWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer

Don’t allow your life to be controlled by these 5 things.In today’s episode, Mel reveals the 5 surprising things that you waste time and energy on right now.You’ll be surprised by the sneaky things that are holding you back.Here’s the thing: When you try to control everything, you can't focus on anything that's truly important.By the end of this episode, you’ll learn the simple shifts that help you make room for the things that really matter.For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you are looking for more world-class free resources and support, sign up for Mel’s brand new free training, Make It Happen. This training is designed to help you make your next 6 months extraordinary. It includes a 29 page workbook and 2 video trainings that use the latest research to help you get clear about what you want and create a plan to make it happen.And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get started. Just sign up at melrobbins.com/makeithappenIf you liked this episode, here’s one you should listen to next now that you’ve taken back control over your time and emotions: This One Study Will Change How You Think About Your Entire LifeConnect with Mel: Get Mel’s brand new free course Make It HappenWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer

Today, you are getting a step-by-step guide on how to change your brain so that it helps you get what you want. Joining Mel today is Dr. Tara Swart Bieber, MD, PhD. She has a medical degree from Oxford and a PhD from King's College London, and is a senior lecturer at MIT. This #1 neuroscientist will teach you how you can trick your brain into manifesting your goals and desires and use manifesting as a tool for success, happiness, and better health in 4 simple steps. She will also share the shocking link between stress and your brain and body. She reveals how stress leaks through the skin, is contagious, and gives you belly fat. You’ll also learn the 2 easy ways to reset your nervous system instantly, the 4 foods to eat for better brain health, the science of intuition, and how to use a vision board to achieve your most ambitious goals. Class is in session, because after you listen to this, your brain will not be the same.For more resources, including the link to Dr. Tara’s book, The Source, click here for the podcast episode page. If you are looking for more world-class free resources and support, sign up for Mel’s brand new free training, Make It Happen. This training is designed to help you make your next 6 months extraordinary. It includes a 29-page workbook and 2 video trainings that use the latest research to help you get clear about what you want and create a plan to make it happen.And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get started. Just sign up at melrobbins.com/makeithappenIf you liked this research-packed episode, here’s one you should listen to next: What Makes a Good Life? Lessons From the Longest Study on Happiness.Connect with Mel: Get Mel’s brand new free course Make It Happen (which comes with a 29 page workbook and 2 exclusive video trainings)Watch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer

In today’s episode, Mel shares the one question that will determine your next six months (and reveal who you really are). Then, you’ll learn how to go from thinking about what you want to taking action and making it happen.The free companion workbook to this episode can be found at melrobbins.com/makeithappen.Along with your workbook, Mel has created 2 video trainings to help you feel inspired, energized, and in control again.Mel created this free program, Make It Happen, as a way to thank YOU for your support of this podcast and for making it one of the most popular podcasts in the world. The next 6 months of your life could be extraordinary, but it's not going to happen by accident. It will happen because you CHOOSE to make it happen. Do not let any more time go by wishing things were different. This is your opportunity to make it happen. Why wouldn’t you take it?And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get started. Just sign up at melrobbins.com/makeithappenConnect with Mel: For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page.Liked this episode and want to know what to listen to next? Check out “This One Study Will Change How You Think About Your Entire Life”Get Mel’s brand new free course Make It Happen (which comes with a 29 page workbook and 2 exclusive video trainings)Watch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Disclaimer

This one study will change how you think about your entire life.Today, you’re getting the definitive answer to this powerful question:What makes a good life?There is nothing more important than this conversation. Because by the time you are done listening, your life won’t be the same. In this episode, you’re getting the research, the secrets, and some very surprising takeaways from an 86-year-long study at Harvard. The Harvard Study of Adult Development began in 1938 and is the longest study that has ever been done on happiness, relationships, and the human experience. Joining Mel today is the director of that study, Dr. Robert Waldinger, MD. Dr. Waldinger is a medical doctor, professor at Harvard Medical School, and a zen priest. He is here to share all of the groundbreaking research and, more importantly, give you the answers to what you need to do starting today in order to live a good life.You’ll learn the best life advice and lessons from 100-year-olds, the surprising question of whether you can predict if you’ll be healthy at age 80, the simple daily habit that leads to lasting happiness, and more—all backed by decades of research.For more resources, including the link to Dr. Waldinger’s fantastic book, The Good Life, click here for the podcast episode page. This episode is a companion to Mel's brand new free training, Make It Happen. This training is designed to help you make your next 6 months extraordinary.  It includes a 29 page workbook and 2 video trainings that use the latest research to help you get clear about what you want and create a plan to make it happen.And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get started. Just sign up at melrobbins.com/makeithappenConnect with Mel: Get Mel’s brand new free course Make It Happen (which comes with a 29 page workbook and 2 exclusive video trainings)Watch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer

In today’s episode, you’ll learn 3 surprising steps to help you unlock the unlimited power of your mind, grounded in exciting research.You were meant to see this today.There is a reason you need to listen.You can feel inspired, energized, and in control again, if you know how to turn on your mind’s superpowers.Your mind has unlimited potential, and there are larger possibilities available to you, but you haven’t been taught how to unlock them.YET.Wouldn’t it be amazing if you had a sense that life was conspiring to help you?That there are signs that you are on the right path if you know how to look for them?That things are working out for you? You deserve to live a life filled with meaning and purpose. Today you’ll learn 3 ways to make that happen.This episode is a companion to Mel's brand new free training, Make It Happen. This training is designed to help you make your next 6 months extraordinary.  It includes a 29 page workbook and 2 video trainings that use the latest research to help you get clear about what you want and create a plan to make it happen.And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get started. Just sign up at melrobbins.com/makeithappenIf you liked this episode, listen to this one next: This One Study Will Change How You Think About Your Entire LifeFor more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page. Connect with Mel: Get Mel’s brand new free course Make It Happen (which comes with a 29 page workbook and 2 exclusive video trainings)Watch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Disclaimer

Today you’re learning the best relationship advice no one ever tells you.Because the BEST relationships start with better conversations.Nobody teaches you that.If you’ve ever been in a situation where family and friends don’t agree with you, or they don’t like the direction you’re taking your life, it’s frustrating.Not knowing how to deal with that can damage relationships with people you love.Today’s episode will teach you how to speak so that people listen, so you can keep the people in your life that you really care about. Today Lisa Bilyeu joins Mel on the podcast. Lisa is the co-founder of the billion-dollar brand Quest Nutrition and president of Impact Theory Studios. Her wildly successful career started with a childhood dream to make movies. But in a traditional Greek family that didn’t support her ambitions and wanted her to be a housewife, that dream caused a lot of friction.Lisa had to build a framework for having difficult conversations and get the people she loved to understand her dreams and support her career. This framework made it easier to go after her dreams, while staying close to the people she loved.Learn how YOU can use this framework so that people in your life want to listen when you speak. For more resources, including the link to Lisa’s book, Radical Confidence, click here for the podcast episode page. And if you liked this episode, listen to this one next: Do This To Become More Confident: 5 Truths You Need to HearConnect with Mel: Get Mel’s free 29-page workbook to make this your best yearWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer

In today’s episode, you’ll learn 3 simple yet profound science-backed strategies that will change your life, and you’ll feel the difference as soon as you start using them.These tiny decisions will instantly boost your energy as soon as you wake up, so that you OWN your mornings and start your day feeling incredible.They will make you healthier, improve your relationships, make you more productive, and strengthen your mindset in just a few minutes per day.If you love the proven hacks featured in today’s episode, then the next one you’ll want to listen to is: 8 Small Habits That Will Change Your Life: The Best Expert Advice I’m Using This YearFor more resources, click here for the podcast episode page.Connect with Mel: Get Mel’s free 29-page workbook to make this your best yearWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s newsletter Disclaimer