The Mel Robbins Podcast

If You’re Feeling Uncertain & Anxious, You Need to Hear This

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Mar 13, 2025
Dr. Julie Smith, a world-renowned clinical psychologist and bestselling author, shares practical tools to navigate stress and anxiety. She emphasizes that struggles are a normal part of life and reveals strategies for handling difficult emotions. Listeners learn how to stop overthinking, embrace self-compassion, and build resilience. Julie discusses the importance of aligning actions with personal values, transforming fear into empowerment, and cultivating a supportive inner dialogue when facing social anxiety. This conversation is a treasure trove of insights for anyone feeling overwhelmed.
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INSIGHT

Common Struggles

  • One in four people experience mental health problems yearly, highlighting the prevalence of struggles.
  • Even if you are not currently struggling, you likely know someone who is, emphasizing the importance of kindness.
ADVICE

Normalize Struggles

  • Recognize that struggling is a normal human experience, reducing self-judgment.
  • Normalizing struggles allows for curiosity and self-acceptance.
ADVICE

Predator vs. Prey

  • When facing fear, focus on cultivating courage and taking action.
  • Adopt a "predator" mindset, actively addressing challenges instead of feeling like "prey".
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