How to Become a Better Human: Lessons on Kindness, Love, and Happiness (From a 10-Year-Old)

In today’s episode, you’ll reframe your perspective on happiness, kindness, and friendship through a fresh lens—all thanks to a surprising source: Mel’s 10-year-old guest, Elton. 

Mel is sitting down with this wise beyond his years kid for an impactful, profound conversation that will challenge you (and encourage you!) to be a better human. Elton’s simple but profound insights on everything from friendships and feelings to screen time and self-kindness are exactly what you need—no matter your age.

Forget the idea that wisdom only comes with age. This episode is an invitation to embrace the wisdom and curiosity of those younger than you. It’s a reminder that sometimes the most powerful lessons come from the most unexpected voices.

This episode is your call to get curious and excited about life again. This is the kind of advice that everyone —no matter your age—needs to hear, and you’ll leave this episode feeling empowered to be a kinder, more intentional friend, parent, sibling, and person.

You’ll also rethink how much time you spend on your phone, feel encouraged to reconnect with what brings you joy, and learn how to be gentler with yourself.

This is also a great episode to share with your kids or with anyone who is a parent.

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If you liked this fun and relatable episode, listen to this one next, about Mel’s recent hiking trip with her family and the lessons she learned through that experience: 7 Lessons To Learn Once That Will Improve Your Life Forever

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After listening to today’s personal episode, you will feel called to experience things more deeply, create more meaning, and find lasting change in your life. 

In this episode, Mel dives into an incredible, true story about her life-changing experience with an owl and how it brought profound and unexpected meaning to her life. 

This episode is remarkable because whether you’re dealing with a change in your own life or just looking for a little bit of inspiration, Mel’s lessons and insights will inspire you to open your mind to larger possibilities and amazing capabilities that you already have.

This episode is your reminder to keep your eyes—and your mind—wide open and embrace the magic in the everyday.

If you liked this poignant episode, check this one out next: Trust Your Gut: The Science and Spirit of Intuitive Decision-Making

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In today’s episode, Mel is giving you the playbook to make decisions without guilt.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between your own life and other people’s obligations, this one’s for you. 

Mel shares the personal (and laugh-out-loud story) of an unexpected 10-day stay with her parents, which started with guilt and ended with her dad’s epic pickleball mishap that ended with him getting back surgery.

This episode is a candid, funny, and unexpectedly deep dive into how to release the pressure to be everything to everyone. 

Whether you’re juggling family visits, battling the guilt of not staying longer, or simply want to have more fun with your loved ones, Mel gives you the real talk and practical tips you need to stay sane and enjoy the ride.

Mel tells you how to turn guilt into joy and find peace in the moments that truly matter. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel empowered to ditch the heavy guilt, embrace the fun, and make every visit with the people you love a memorable one.

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In today’s episode, you are getting the ultimate advice for navigating any major life change. 

Mel is now an empty nester and is giving her best wisdom about how to step into a new chapter. She is sharing deeply personal advice about her experience with this transition.

Whether you’re also figuring out your next steps after the kids have left home, or are navigating a move, relationship change, or new job, this advice is exactly what you need to hear.

This episode will be your guide for how to take on the unknown with ease and comfort. It’s exactly what you need to find peace and live a more fulfilled life. 

The truth is, things don’t change with time. It’s what you do with that time that matters. And you’re getting the playbook you need today.

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In today’s episode, you’ll learn the surprising science of happiness. 

This is a masterclass on everything you need to know about happiness: what really creates it, the different types of happiness, and 4 easy habits that will make your life better.

You’ll learn lessons from the longest study on happiness, what habits are blocking your happiness, and science-based tools for feeling better.

It’s also grounded in questions from listeners just like you, who are seeking more happiness, fulfillment, and meaning in their lives. This is an encore episode with new and exciting insights from Mel at the top of the episode. You’ll be happy you joined. Because happiness is not only possible; it is an option for you.

Get out your notebook because we are drilling into decades of psychological research that will ladder up to more meaning, purpose, and satisfaction in your life.

To hear more about some of the powerful research mentioned, listen to this episode with happiness expert Dr. Robert Waldinger: What Makes a Good Life? Lessons From the Longest Study on Happiness

If you, like Mel, find it hard to truly let yourself be happy, listen to this very personal episode about why you’ve been blocking happiness: The Secret to Success & Happiness Nobody Talks About

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Do you want to know the secret to getting ahead of 99% of people, starting now? 

In today’s episode, Mel is sharing the results of a surprising study that will change how you think about creating the life you want. 

What if you’ve been approaching goal-setting all wrong? 

There’s a simple, hidden advantage in front of you, waiting for you to take it.

Right now, you’re in a unique window of time in which you can leapfrog change, hack productivity, and make the most of your time and energy. 

Very few people know this research about the unique opportunity of the fall to achieve your goals and dreams. 

It’s all covered in today’s episode.

Imagine if by the end of the year you had new, rock-solid habits, an unbreakable routine, and felt calm and energized. This is possible for you by the time you finish listening.

For another personal episode about making the most of your time listen to this episode next: Life Is Short (How to Spend It Wisely)

For more resources, including the studies mentioned today, click here for the podcast episode page. 

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Do you want to know how to get motivated even when you don’t feel like it? 

Today’s episode is one of the best talks ever on how to improve self-motivation and overcome your excuses. 

So before you waste any more time, listen to this. 

After today, you will know how to navigate your life with more power and purpose than you ever thought possible. 

Psychiatrist Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD, also widely known as Dr. K, is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in modern mental health and the brain. He is beloved by the millions of fans of his YouTube channel Healthy Gamer for his clear, no-nonsense advice about motivation, technology, and making the most of your life.

This is one of those episodes that will forever change the way you think.

For more resources, including links to Dr. Alok Kanojia’s research, website, book, and social media, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked this research-packed episode, you’ll love Dr. K’s first appearance on The Mel Robbins Podcast, which focuses on technology’s impact on the brain and body: Before You Waste Time, Listen to This

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These 8 pieces of advice will change your college experience.

In this episode, Mel is sharing the most impactful and insightful advice for all college students.

Think of it as a freshman year survival guide.

And if you’re a parent of a college student, this episode is one that you’re going to want to share and listen to with your kid.

Mel is sharing advice on:

• How to handle drinking and hookup culture 
• Why you need to stop clinging to your high school friends
• How to take responsibility for your own experience and manage the ups and downs of this new season of life 
• How to navigate change and uncertainty
• Understanding what is happening to your body and brain during the first month of college
• What you really learn from college and why it’s not all about studying

This episode is the cheat sheet for how to navigate college (and any major life change), so grab your pen and paper because class is in session. 

For another personal episode on navigating your 20’s, check this out next: 13 Things I Wish I Knew in My 20s

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Once you learn these 7 lessons, you will never be the same. 

Today, Mel is sharing the profound wisdom that she learned while hiking on the Appalachian Trail. 

In this deeply personal, relatable, and entertaining episode, Mel walks you through how you can use these insights to improve your relationships, find perspective, change your mindset, and keep your cool even in moments of high stress. 

By the end of this episode, you are going to feel inspired to take on new challenges and climb to the next level in your life. 

For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked this episode, you’ll love listening to this one next, which is a recent fan favorite: 8 Realistic Healthy Habits That Make a Huge Difference

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Today’s episode is a must-listen because you’ll learn exactly what to do (and not do) to take better care of your body. 

In this research-packed episode, one of the top gynecologists in the world is here to debunk 10 myths about women’s health. 

Mel is asking all the uncomfortable questions you want to ask but never have, and today you’re getting the answers.

Gone are the days of feeling small or out of control when it comes to your health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their power back. 

Dr. Jen Gunter, MD, is joining Mel in this no-shame, straight-to-the-point conversation. Dr. Gunter is known as the internet’s best Ob/Gyn. She is a double-board certified, fellowship-trained medical doctor and a fierce advocate for women’s health. 

Dr. Gunter says you deserve science-backed solutions, not fairytales, and she is here to bust through all health myths and clear through the misinformation. This conversation is going to make you think differently about everything, from periods to pleasure—it’s all covered today.

And you’ll also want to listen all the way to the end for one of the most poignant, inspiring endings to any episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast.

For more resources, including links to Dr. Gunter’s research, website, and social media pages, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked this research-packed episode, you’ll love Dr. Gunter’s first appearance on The Mel Robbins Podcast, which focuses on menopause: How to Balance Your Hormones: What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Menopause

For another personal episode about health, listen to the recent conversation Mel had with Dr. Rena Malik, MD: I’ve Never Told This Story: Leaky Bladder, Pelvic Floor, UTIs, & Constipation (#1 Urologist Gives Solutions)

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