Mel Robbons is one of the most popular female public motivational speakers boasting 19 million followers on various social media platforms. A self-publishing powerhouse, her works include bestsellers such as “The 5 Second Rule” and “The High 5 Habit.” Her powerful message about living a happy and fulfilling life by reclaiming your power resonates deeply with the audience because she delivers complex scientific psychological theories in simple ways.
Self-help and mindfulness practice have never been more important as humans navigate this modern world with a great deal of uncertainty. Artificial Intelligence will change how we live and work and an unknown future awaits us. Humans will need to be better prepared and many experts agree that diversity and acceptance are key to success. But, it begins with learning how to accept yourself and this is where Mel Robbins, The Let Them Theory, begins.
In simple terms, “Let Them” means to stop worrying about other people’s actions, judgments, and drama, and to allow them to act as they will. The belief is that you cannot change how people behave, and by focusing on others’ behaviours instead of your own reactions, you give up your own energy and power.
“Let Them” is releasing on Christmas Eve and is already showing signs of success based on its pre-order numbers. The timing is ideal, as many people will have ample time to read it before the new year. It offers hope for a positive start to the new year. Well played, Mrs. Robbins!
Based on the theory that two simple words can set you on the path to regaining your inner strength, the book serves as a step-by-step guide to put this theory into practice. It teaches simple strategies, such as not comparing yourself to others and releasing the grip of other people’s expectations. It encourages you not to waste your time and energy on things you cannot control and stop taking everything personally.
If the book is as engaging as Mel Robbins’ podcasts, TED Talks, and previous works, it will make for the perfect holiday read. In line with her brand, the book’s design is intentionally plain and simplistic; however, I am surprised that it does not feature the trendy logo on the front. But as I’ve learned from Mel Robbins, it’s important not to judge a book by its cover, which might explain its absence.
We will not have answers to many of these questions until the book is released in December. In the meantime, we can engage with the Let Them movement, which extends far beyond the pages of a book or a well-delivered speech. Millions of people are discussing it, and many are even tattooing its message on their bodies as a daily reminder to resist chaos and focus on self-healing. That is a powerful message, and I can’t wait to read the book on my new Kindle that I hope Santa will bring for me.
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