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The Mel Robbins Podcast

Harvard Professor Says THIS Is the Secret to Success (It’s Not What You Think)

The Mel Robbins Podcast

SiriusXM Podcasts

Education, Mental Health, Relationships, Self-improvement, Society & Culture, Health & Fitness

4.810.6K Ratings

🗓️ 15 June 2023

⏱️ 56 minutes

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Summary

According to Harvard professor Dr. Luana Marques, there is one sneaky habit that holds every single person back – and no one knows what it is. When she reveals the habit that holds you back, your first reaction will be to stop and think. And as you listen to her explain it and give you examples, you’ll be shocked that you’ve never before seen it in yourself or heard anyone else point it out to you… until now. You’re not the only one. I didn’t know about this habit until I was introduced to Dr. Marques’ work. What you learn today will change how you think about success, influence, mindset, and even anxiety and procrastination. This sneaky habit has been holding you back and you didn’t even realize how pervasive it is in your life. It’s not self-doubt. It’s not fear. It’s something even deeper. I want you to listen, because she’s the world’s leading expert on the topic, and this is one of those episodes that will make you never look at life the same again. Xo Mel In this episode, you’ll learn: 1:00: The sneaky habit that’s holding you back, according to Dr. Luana Marques 3:00: Dr. Marques’ story will inspire you and explain how she discovered these tools. 7:30: Why this specific habit is keeping you from your best life. 9:00: How this habit leads to anxiety and panic at work. 13:00: Dr. Marques’ turning point in finding the success she has, against all odds. 22:00: Unpacking exactly what this habit is and hold it holds you back, including your body’s response. 27:30: The lie you keep telling yourself. 30:00: This is how your brain is working against you. 33:00: Simple tools from CBT Therapy research that make a difference. 36:00: Exactly what to do when your thoughts spin and how to change your mindset immediately. 42:00: This approach works even if you don’t believe it. 43:30: How do you stress less and find more peace? 47:00: The first thing Dr. Marques does when helping her clients change. 50:00: How these strategies apply to parenting and family. Disclaimer

Transcript

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0:00.0

Hey, it's your friend Mel and welcome to the Mel Robbins podcast.

0:06.0

Oh boy, you're going to be so excited you tuned in today.

0:13.2

I am doubly excited for today's conversation with you.

0:18.2

Is that even a word?

0:19.9

Double excited?

0:20.9

I don't even know.

0:21.9

Who cares?

0:22.9

We're going to use it today.

0:23.9

I'm doubly excited because I know I'm going to get so much out of this selfishly.

0:29.0

Look, I'm always looking out for you, but when I also get doubly the impact because I need

0:35.9

the punch in the face of this topic, whoa, do we have a doozy?

0:40.4

What is the topic we're going to talk about?

0:41.9

Well, it's something that you and I do.

0:43.9

In fact, every human being does this and I don't think I've ever heard anybody talk about

0:47.9

it in this manner before.

0:50.0

That's why I'm doubly excited for the expert that we've got on today.

0:53.6

We have the world's leading expert on the topic of avoidance.

0:59.0

Avoidance?

1:00.6

The hell is avoidance, Mel?

1:03.6

I know.

1:04.6

Have you ever even thought about it?

1:06.4

I bet you haven't because until I read Dr. Luana Marquez's new book, Bold Moves, I hadn't

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