The Mel Robbins PodcastIf This Doesn’t Make You Believe in Yourself, Nothing Will
Episode Details
EPISODE INFO
- Released
- August 3, 2026
- Duration
- 1h 24m
- Channel
- The Mel Robbins Podcast
- Watch on YouTube
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION
This might be one of the greatest conversations Mel has ever had on this podcast. Today, you’re getting an absolute masterclass in motivation from one of the greatest athletes walking this earth: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce. If you’ve ever felt self-doubt, pressure, or like your best days are behind you, you’re in the right place. In this conversation, Shelly-Ann does not hold back. Shelly-Ann is the most decorated 100-meter sprinter of all time, male or female. She has won Olympic gold 3 times. She has won 10 gold medals at the World Championships, with 2 of them coming after she gave birth to her son Zyon. She is going to tell you: you are not supposed to be average. You are built for excellence and extraordinary things. But this isn't a conversation about being an athlete. This conversation is about building an unstoppable mindset and being the best version of yourself, no matter where you are in life. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: -Build the mindset of a champion -Use visualization to prepare for high-pressure moments -Stop focusing on constant comparison and worrying about what everyone else is doing -Bounce back after failure -Believe in your dream before anyone else understands it You’ll also hear a powerful message about the power Shelly-Ann gained after becoming a mother and not listening to people who told her she had to choose between motherhood and her career. Get ready, because Shelly-Ann is about to speak directly to your soul and inspire you to become your greatest self. For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-420/ Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/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. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 01:37 Your Past Does Not Determine Your Future 07:43 How to Stop Being Average and Reach Your Full Potential 9:11 How to Transform Your Life In One Year 21:14 How to Believe in Yourself When Your Dream Feels Impossible 26:46 Visualization for Success: How Olympic Athletes Train Their Minds to Win 32:47 How to Finally Stop Comparing Yourself to Others 36:41 Motivation vs. Discipline: What Really Creates Long-Term Success? 40:04 How to Set Higher Standards and Build Better Habits 43:40 How to Make a Comeback After Failure or Setbacks 51:52 Motherhood and Career: How to Pursue Your Dreams Without Giving Up Either 58:37 Why You Are Never Too Old to Achieve Your Dreams 01:07:05 How to Stop Being Average and Reach Your Full Potential 01:18:33 How to Create an Extraordinary Life — 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
SPEAKERS
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce
guestJamaican elite sprinter and multiple-time Olympic and World Champion in the 100m.
Mel Robbins
hostHost of The Mel Robbins Podcast and author/speaker focused on mindset and behavior change.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, featuring Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Mel Robbins, If This Doesn’t Make You Believe in Yourself, Nothing Will explores olympic champion’s mindset: decide, visualize, and reject average forever today Shelly-Ann argues that transforming your life starts with a clear decision to move from “average” to “excellence,” reinforced by daily self-talk and consistent small actions.
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