You Asked, I Answered: Don’t Blame Me for Delivering the Hard Truth

Sep 25, 2023

Listeners get a dose of straight talk on navigating friendships and knowing when to step away. There’s practical advice on dating, career advancement, and how to encourage loved ones to seek therapy without confrontation. The discussion embraces mid-life crises as opportunities for growth, blending humor with heartfelt reflections on aging. Plus, you'll get insights on decision-making without overthinking and a cheeky nod to favorite swear words, making it an entertaining yet enlightening experience.

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ADVICE

When to End a Friendship

Walk away from a friendship when it feels one-sided and you're consistently giving more than you're receiving.
Pull back by reducing contact if the imbalance persists and let the other person reveal their true level of investment.

INSIGHT

Circumstantial Friendships

Not all friendships are meant to last forever; some are circumstantial and tied to shared experiences.
When the shared context disappears (like a job or location), the friendship might naturally fade.

ADVICE

The "Let Them" Theory

Stop chasing and pouring energy into relationships that don't reciprocate, romantic or platonic.
Let the other person show up or not; their actions reveal the reality of the connection, even if painful.

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In today’s episode, we are trying something new, and absolutely anything goes. You’ve been flooding my inbox with questions, problems, sticky situations, and big, big dreams and goals.

So today, because you asked, I am going to show up and deliver the hard truth, the surprising advice, the tricks to get you out of any pickle, and the inspiration that you need to take that next step.

Nothing is off the table. So don’t f***ing blame me when I tell you how it is.

I’ve got a pile of hundreds and thousands of YOUR questions, and I’m giving you the coaching you need.

This might be my favorite episode I ever recorded.

We are going to cover:

When it’s time to walk away from a friendship (hint: when these 2 things disappear).
How it’s about damn time you stop dating for potential.
How to use the ‘Let Them Theory’ to protect your energy.
ONE tool you need to make decisions without overthinking.
What’s keeping you from getting a raise or promotion, and more importantly, what should you do to get it.
How to get someone you love to go to therapy (and when it’s time to walk away).
Why a mid-life crisis is actually your greatest opportunity.

Oh, and we will cover my favorite swear word for the season (I can’t write it here, so you’ll have to listen).

You will laugh with me in this episode, and you will also get advice you need to hear.

But don’t blame me if it is TMI—you asked for it!

Xo, Mel

P.S. If any little ones are listening, put those headphones on!

In this episode:

1:40: How do you know when to walk away from a friendship?
9:00: How do you make decisions without overthinking?
10:20: How do women negotiate a fair salary with a boss?
11:55: Mel, what were your dreams when you were a girl?
14:40: How do you get someone to go to therapy when they need it?
25:50: How can you be vulnerable with word vomiting everything?
26:30: Mel, what’s your favorite swear word?
28:20: You need to hear the advice I give about the BS of a ‘mid-life crisis’.
30:50: Betsy’s husband is missing out on life, and she needs help.

Want more resources? Go to my podcast page at https://melrobbins.com/podcast.

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