The Mel Robbins PodcastThe Hidden Reason You Feel Exhausted & How to Feel Better Now
Episode Details
EPISODE INFO
- Released
- June 8, 2026
- Duration
- 54m
- Channel
- The Mel Robbins Podcast
- Watch on YouTube
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION
If you’ve been feeling exhausted, tired, bloated, anxious, in pain, or just not like yourself, get ready for an explanation you’ve never heard before. Today, Mel sits down with one of the most respected medical researchers in the world, gastroenterologist Dr. Brennan Spiegel, to uncover the overlooked, invisible force that’s having a shocking impact on your energy, strength, gut health, mood, and every single cell in your body – even how fast your body ages. Whether you’re dealing with fatigue, back pain, swelling, digestion issues, or a heaviness in your body that you can’t shake, Dr. Spiegel says these are all signs you shouldn’t ignore. What Dr. Spiegel reveals will challenge the way you think about your body and, more importantly, give you a completely new, practical way to start feeling better immediately. And it may give you the words and the insight you’ve been missing to help your aging parents and other loved ones finally start feeling better, too. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand: -Why a “bendy” pinky might be a clue to what’s going on in your gut -10 foods that boost serotonin production in your body -The most effective treatment for IBS - and it’s probably not what you’ve tried -A quick way to notice how the force of gravity is showing up in your body -How to make yourself taller in just a few minutes -Why standing on one leg is linked to a longer life -How a weighted vest can change your posture almost immediately -A surprising reason rollercoasters feel unbearable for some people -What “gravity management” looks like in real life -One small habit that can improve how your body handles gravity Dr. Spiegel says that powerful, invisible force shaping every moment of your life is one you can learn to work with – and he’ll show you how. This is one of those conversations that will change how you see your body, your health, and what it means to be fully alive on this planet. For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-402/ 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 Meet the Guest 01:53 The Hidden Force Behind Your Health Problems 07:03 Why You Feel Tired, Weak, and Drained 12:16 This Simple Habit Is Crushing Your Organs 15:52 The Warning Signs You’ve Been Ignoring 22:51 The Hidden Link Between Gut and Mood 26:50 The 10 Foods Your Body Needs 29:31 The 10-Second Test That Reveals Your Lifespan 33:46 The Dead Hang Challenge 37:02 Grip Strength Matters 38:47 Your Body Needs More Water Than You Think 40:27 Why You Feel Off: You Were Built For This Planet 43:21 How To Feel Calm Instantly 47:01 How to Know You’re On the Right Track — 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
Mel Robbins
hostHost of The Mel Robbins Podcast and motivational author/speaker.
Dr. Brennan Spiegel
guestGastroenterologist and professor; Director of Health Services Research at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, featuring Mel Robbins and Dr. Brennan Spiegel, The Hidden Reason You Feel Exhausted & How to Feel Better Now explores reframing fatigue and pain as gravity intolerance—and fixing it fast The episode reframes widespread issues like exhaustion, dizziness, back pain, swelling, and IBS as signs your body is struggling to “tolerate” gravity due to modern habits like sitting, weakness, stress, and ultra-processed diets.
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