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The Mel Robbins Podcast

Stop Taking Things So Seriously: A Hilarious Story About Wedgies, Wardrobe Failures, Art Museums, & Having More Fun

The Mel Robbins Podcast

SiriusXM Podcasts

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

4.810.6K Ratings

🗓️ 26 June 2023

⏱️ 39 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, you are going to learn the art of having more fun. I share a hilarious story about a major wardrobe malfunction with you and two podcast crew members. You’ll laugh along at all the ridiculous details, but the takeaway is serious: Learning how to laugh at yourself is a superpower, and research says people who have a sense of humor are more respected and are viewed as more confident and intelligent by their peers. Today you’ll learn: How having fun in life is an art form How to turn something embarrassing into something hilarious and relatable How humor increases power and status Why it’s important to not take yourself too seriously How to create a bond and change the tone in any social situation Why it’s imperative to never buy a bodysuit that is too small Seriously? You need to laugh more. Let’s start today. Xo Mel In this episode, you’ll learn: 01:26: The best feeling in the world: taking your bra off at the end of the day 3:52: Chris tells us what the equivalent feeling is for men. 5:33: The major wardrobe failure I had yesterday. 9:23: Pro tip: always test drive a cool outfit before an event (especially if it includes shapewear). 12:09: The worst wedgie that I have ever had. 14:41: I can’t believe I just admitted this, but don’t we all do this? 19:20: How turning something embarrassing into something hilarious and relatable tightens bonds. 21:18: Let everyone in on the joke, it will change the dynamic. 22:24: My ultimate moment of relief. 26:22: How turning something embarrassing into something hilarious and relatable tightens bonds. 31:09: Why does Amy do stand-up comedy, and can you develop a sense of humor at any point? 33:52: According to research, the funnier the person, the more respect and power you hold. 38:08: I invite you to do this one thing: laugh at yourself. Disclaimer

Transcript

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0:00.0

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

0:05.4

Let's do it.

0:07.0

I am so excited for today.

0:11.3

I came running up the stairs above the garage here in our studio in Vermont.

0:18.2

And boy oh boy, do I have a story to tell not only you, but I'm sitting here with my friends

0:23.4

and colleagues, Amy and Jesse.

0:25.6

Hello.

0:26.6

Hello.

0:27.6

Okay.

0:28.6

I think we're going to call this a jump on a mic kind of episode because this is going

0:33.2

to be super random, but I promise you there's a point to it.

0:35.8

I have a fricking hilarious story to tell you guys.

0:39.4

I can't wait.

0:40.4

It involves a wardrobe failure that is super embarrassing and really, really funny.

0:46.8

Are you ready for it?

0:48.8

Yeah.

0:49.8

Okay.

0:50.8

So first of all, I have a question for everybody.

0:54.5

Is there any better feeling than taking your broth at the end of the day?

1:02.0

No.

1:03.0

Period.

1:04.0

That's a let loose feeling.

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