How to Get Unstuck: Do This to Create the Future You Want

Order your copy of The Let Them Theory 👉 https://melrob.co/let-them-theory 👈 The #1 Best Selling Book of 2025 🔥 Discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words. Let Them. — Today’s episode is a roadmap for reaching your potential. If you are feeling stuck in a rut, behind in life, or just a little bored by your life, this episode is for you. There are a few simple steps you can take to quickly get unstuck – and it’s easier than you think. Dr. Adam Alter, one of the top psychology experts and professors in the world, is joining Mel on the podcast today to help you uncover the extraordinary potential that is laying dormant inside of you. Dr. Alter is a New York Times bestselling author, a renowned researcher, and a professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business. Whether you’re trying to level up an already successful life, have a breakthrough on a creative project, or you need a reset in every aspect of your life, you’ll love the 3 steps that Dr. Alter is sharing with you today. Dr. Adam Alter’s website: adamalterauthor.com For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-191 Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram:   / themelrobbinspodcast   I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode. 00:00:00: Introduction 00:03:28: Why it’s normal to feel “stuck” in your life. 00:06:38: What does it mean when people feel stuck? 00:10:30: Do THIS to get out of your own way to get unstuck. 00:16:51: The best thing you can do to make your life better. 00:18:51: When you hit difficulties in life, this is your instinct. 00:20:00: These are the ages when people tend to think deeper. 00:23:20: How to approach these difficult ages where we overthink. 00:25:00: How to create more meaning when struggling with the meaning of life. 00:28:13: Goals you can set to help yourself through difficult times. 00:31:26: The connection between feeling stuck is like feeling lost. 00:33:50: Why is it so critical to have something that we are working on in our life? 00:35:22: How to deal with feeling stuck when everyone around you is trying to help. 00:38:30: The best advice for someone to go for it after going through a hard time. — Follow Mel: Instagram:   / melrobbins   TikTok:   / melrobbins   Facebook:   / melrobbins   LinkedIn:   / melrobbins   Website: http://melrobbins.com​ — Sign up for Mel’s newsletter: https://melrob.co/sign-up-newsletter A note from Mel to you, twice a week, sharing simple, practical ways to build the life you want. — Subscribe to Mel’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/melrobbins​?s... — Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Thursday! https://melrob.co/spotify https://melrob.co/applepodcasts https://melrob.co/amazonmusic — Looking for Mel’s books on Amazon? Find them here: The Let Them Theory: https://amzn.to/3IQ21Oe The Let Them Theory Audiobook: https://amzn.to/413SObp The High 5 Habit: https://amzn.to/3fMvfPQ The 5 Second Rule: https://amzn.to/4l54fah