If you’re one of thousands who just finished Mel Robbins's life-changing The Let Them Theory and are hungry for more, you're in luck. We've curated a list of nine exceptional audiobooks and podcasts that will continue to fuel your personal-growth journey. From celebrity insights to ancient wisdom, and from overcoming overthinking to understanding trauma, these listens offer a diverse range of perspectives to help you become the best version of yourself.
Just in case Mel Robbins didn’t already succeed in getting you to let go of self-doubt, perhaps this next listen will do the trick. After all, if Chrissy Teigen—you know, the swimsuit model, accomplished celebrity chef, outspoken feminist, and subject of her husband John Legend’s swoon-worthy love ballad “All of Me”—can be open and honest about her struggles with self-esteem, then there’s really nothing left for anyone to be ashamed of when it comes to boosting their personal development. Along for the ride on her confidence-building journey are the who’s-who of well-being, including Mel Robbins herself, who deep dives with Chrissy on The Let Them Theory in the very first episode.
Remember how, in The Let Them Theory, Mel recommends making peace with the reality that other people talk about us and judge us—especially because it's altogether natural that they do? Journalist and podcast host Kelsey McKinney goes even further in this smart and savvy exploration of gossip, examining how the ancient practice of swapping salacious stories has been unfairly maligned, often by those with a vested interest in maintaining power for themselves. Just like Robbins, McKinney narrates her perspective-shifting assessment in a conversational, engaging style, making it as gulp-downable as the juiciest gossip—or as The Let Them Theory itself.
Long before Mel Robbins wrote The 5 Second Rule, Don Miguel Ruiz shared ancient Toltec wisdom for finding personal freedom in life and love by banishing self-limiting beliefs. Get back to basics with deceptively simple, game-changing advice from this self-development classic that will challenge everything you thought you knew about yourself and others in under three hours. Looking for something longer to occupy your time? Queue up The Fifth Agreement for when you master the first four.
If you struggle with spiraling thought patterns, you’re probably an overthinker. Luckily, Nick Trenton is here to help you shut down that mental hamster wheel. This audiobook is packed with practical strategies to quiet your mind and kick anxiety to the curb. It's like a gym workout for your brain, but way less sweaty. Through Trenton's comprehensive 23 techniques for battling stress, you'll be living in the moment like a Zen master. Or at least be slightly less frazzled.
After listening to Mel’s most Zen listen yet, you might be craving more go-with-the-flow goodness. From bestselling author of Braiding Sweetgrass Robin Wall Kimmerer, this short and sweet audiobook is like a love letter to nature—you'll never look at a tree the same way again. Her poetic prose will transport you to a world where every plant has a story to tell. It's the perfect listen for when you need to escape the chaos and reconnect with the earth.
Craving more “aha” moments? Oprah and Dr. Perry tag-team in What Happened to You? to help you understand why you are the way you are. Together, they dive deep into how childhood shapes us, focusing not on the physical, emotional, and mental symptoms of trauma but on the sources of them, to get to the bottom of how to heal. Plus, much like Mel, Oprah draws on her own life examples, unveiling in real time the efficacy of Dr. Perry’s approach.
If you’re looking for even more advice on avoiding the pitfalls of toxic relationships while prioritizing yourself, Dr. Ramani Durvasula's It's Not You offers invaluable insights into navigating narcissistic relationships. Drawing from over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Durvasula (a.k.a. “Dr. Ramani” on social media) provides practical strategies for identifying toxic behaviors and protecting oneself from emotional harm. Her down-to-earth approach makes intricate psychological concepts accessible, empowering listeners to set healthy boundaries, overcome gaslighting, and reclaim their sense of self. This audiobook is particularly crucial for those grappling with self-doubt in challenging relationships, offering a path to healing and self-empowerment.
While The Let Them Theory advises you on how to let go of the actions of others, How to Love Better, by bestselling poet and meditation expert Yung Pueblo, guides listeners toward making more meaningful connections through introspection and communication, providing a symbiotic counterbalance to Mel’s live-and-let-live approach. In this gentle roadmap for strengthening relationships, Pueblo calmly guides listeners on a self-improvement journey that prioritizes kindness, understanding, and compassion. Ultimately, you’ll walk away with not only a better understanding of your loved ones, but of yourself as well.
