In today’s episode, I’m sharing the “6 magic words” that I say to myself on repeat whenever I start to spiral.
I call them “magic” because they seem to have an almost spell-like effect on me when I say them out loud.
I’ve shared these 6 magic words with millions of people online, and today you’re going to learn what they are and how to use them to your advantage.
If you're a worrier, an overthinker, or struggle with anxiety, you’ll love these 6 words.
You can use them like a tool to stop yourself from worrying, obsessing, catastrophizing, and creating problems in your mind that don’t exist in the present moment.
These 6 words are rooted in behavioral science, psychology, stoicism, and even Buddhism. In fact, I’m going to share a fantastic metaphor to make this even more visual and easy to understand and apply in your life.
You will also learn:
Bottom line: You have the power to quiet anxious thoughts and to stop the endless loop of worries that run through your head.
You just need the 6 magic words I’m about to teach you right now.
Xo, Mel
In this episode:
0:44: I’ve got something I want to confess to you.
4:46: What is the ONE thing we all do?
5:13: You are creating worry and stress in your life. This is exactly how to stop.
6:49: How to use my 6-word phrase to interrupt your worries and self-doubt.
9:18: The question you can ask yourself to beat fear with logic.
12:10: A beautiful Buddhist teaching that will empower you to stop torturing yourself.
13:46: Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional. Listen to this.
16:16: Assuming the worst is doing this to your nervous system.
18:39: What would your life be like if you didn’t worry about…anything?
21:38: This is exactly how to break the habit of chronic worry.
24:55: The shocking connection between catastrophizing and your ability to focus.
31:06: Wait until you hear how stressful thoughts cause you real pain.
34:06: How do you start living to your fullest potential once and for all?
Want more resources? Go to my podcast page at https://melrobbins.com/podcast.
Disclaimer
Raw and Refreshing Advice on Navigating Anxiety, Insecurity, Popularity, & Peer Pressure in Your Teenage and 20-Something Years
The Best Advice I Ever Heard: From Motivation to Paper Plates, 10 Genius Hacks for Keeping Yourself and Your Home Organized
11 Crazy Facts About Laundry, Showering, & Getting the “Little Stuff” Done That Will Make You Laugh (and Prove You’re Doing Better Than You Think)
If You Only Listen to One Podcast Today, Make It This One
New Research: The Surprising Psychology Behind the Secrets Everyone Keeps & What Your Secrets Say About You
Get Your Sh*t Together: This 85-Year-Old Badass Does More Than You & Me (Steal Her 7 Amazing Secrets to Life)
5 Ways to Improve Your Breathing for Better Health With the #1 Breath Expert in the World
6 Steps to Navigating Major Change Like a Pro (a Hilarious Guide to Back-to-School and College Drop-Off Season!)
These 4 Words Will Silence Your Self-Doubt: A Life-Changing Conversation
Something Scary Happened the Other Day, and I Wanted to Talk About It With You (and a PhD Trauma Researcher)
Research From Princeton: 13 Proven Hacks That Boost Your Influence & Make You More Confident
Optimize Your Brain: 3 Important Habits for Productivity, Memory, and Longevity (Based on 200,000 Brain Scans)
Dial Down Family Drama: 5 Ways to Reduce Conflict With the Ones You Love
The Shocking Science and Benefits of Taking a Simple Walk: Research From Oxford-Trained Neuroscientist Dr. Shane O’Mara
From PMS to Menopause: How to Hack Your Hormones and Use Science to Lose Weight, Sleep Better and Get Your Mojo Back
You Are a Badass: Unlock Your Most Authentic Self in 4 Proven Steps
Turn Anxiety Into Power: A 3-Step Process to Master Your Emotions From a Harvard Psychologist
Change Your Relationship With Alcohol – How to Control Your Urge to Drink
Is It Too Late? How to Repair a Broken Relationship With Your Friend or Family Member
Where Did All My Friends Go? A Simple Guide to Finding Your People (Steal This!)
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Joyce Meyer Enjoying Everyday Life® TV Audio Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
My Therapist Ghosted Me
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)