Don’t Take Life Too Seriously: How to Have More Fun | The Mel Robbins Podcast

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. — In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, you are going to learn the art of having more #fun. I share a #hilarious story about a major wardrobe malfunction with you and two podcast crew members. You’ll laugh along at all the ridiculous details, but the takeaway is serious: Learning how to laugh at yourself is a superpower, and research says people who have a sense of humor are more respected and are viewed as more confident and intelligent by their peers. We talk about you: - How having fun in life is an art form - How to turn something embarrassing into something hilarious and relatable - How humor increases power and status - Why it’s important to not take yourself too seriously - How to create a bond and change the tone in any social situation - Why it’s imperative to never buy a bodysuit that is too small Seriously? You need to laugh more. Let’s start today. Xo Mel In this episode, you'll learn: 00:00 Intro 01:26 The best feeling in the world: unsnapping a bodysuit. 05:48 Chris tells us what the equivalent feeling is for men. 06:58 The major wardrobe failure I had yesterday. 12:46 Pro tip: always test drive a cool outfit before an event (especially if it includes shapewear). 14:34 The worst wedgie that I have ever had. 16:39 I can’t believe I just admitted this, but don’t we all do this? 19:45 The most important thing to do in embarrassing situations: laugh at yourself. 22:10 Let everyone in on the joke, it will change the dynamic. 27:03 My ultimate moment of relief. 30:30 How turning something embarrassing into something hilarious and relatable tightens bonds. 32:19 Why does Amy do stand-up comedy and can you develop a sense of humor at any point? 34:55 According to research, the funnier the person, the more respect and power you hold. 37:59 I invite you to do this one thing: laugh at yourself. — Follow Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melrobbins/ TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@melrobbins Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melrobbins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/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​?sub_confirmation=1 — 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