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7 Things to Tell Yourself Every Night for More Happiness and Positivity

2026-06-15 Education
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Mel Robbins
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This episode gives you a reset you can use tonight. In today’s solo episode, Mel shows you how to end your day right, with 7 simple sentences that reset your mindset and rewire your brain for a better night’s sleep and a great day tomorrow. If you’re like Mel, nights are when your anxiety shows up. Because when the world gets quiet, your thoughts get loud: The regrets. The pressure. The to-do list. The fear that you’re failing. And if you fall asleep in that headspace, of course you wake up tired. Instead, tonight, when you climb into bed, you will start to change the settings in your brain so you can rest, wake up happier, more positive, and look forward to your day. In this episode, you'll learn: -What 5 top medical and scientific researchers say to repeat when your mind won't stop racing at night -The simple 2-step protocol from Stanford researchers to change the settings in your mind -Why your brain “turns on” the second your head hits the pillow -How negative rumination becomes part of your bedtime routine (like brushing your teeth) and what to do to break the loop -A simple phrase that reduces panic, pain, and even creates better outcomes for cancer patients -How to stop treating every thought like an emergency -What to say when you’re spiraling in negative thoughts at night You deserve to have a good night’s sleep and create a good day tomorrow. These 7 sentences, along with the science so you know how to use them, helps you get the good start to tomorrow morning that you deserve. For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-404/ 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. — 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

Top Comments (10)

@VitaNHealth 2026-06-15

The phrase "I don't need to solve this right now" is exactly what I needed to hear. Giving ourselves permission to rest and stop ruminating at night is truly life-changing. Thank you, Mel, for this invaluable lesson!

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@Neuroshiftdaily 2026-06-15

Your final thoughts at night often become the emotional starting point for tomorrow. End the day with perspective, not punishment. 🧠

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@christinebarone2151 2026-06-15

If I don’t end my night with prayer that is what would happen to me. Prayer calms me down, it’s me and God ….. close my eyes. Off like a light. Done

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@RoniPeterson-m5k 2026-06-15

woke up again and couldnt stop the thoughts. Tried manifesting, meditation. Then decided to just stop and took out my phone and there was Mel and this podcast!!

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@RiMh9m 2026-06-15

Aah Mel. I wish I looked like you when I climb into my bed. Fabulous. But I know when I treat myself to new pj's...climb into bed, I'm telling myself 'i matter' Tomorrow's thoughts can wait. Thanks ❤

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@marikasun4498 2026-06-15

The timing is incredible! Gotta get out to work Mel! You actually really made me laugh 😂 that in itself was liberating! Did you ever thought of doing a stand up show? Or Act in some comedy? Im serious! Your’re funny because you are REAL 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻❤️❤️❤️

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@JeanWinkler-g7o 2026-06-16

Glad l have found Mel .she always says exactly what I want to hear.love you Mel.

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@Elizabeth-fw8fv 2026-06-15

Im overwhelmed

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@RoadToPostiveThinking 2026-06-15

Happiness starts with the thoughts we repeat to ourselves every day. Thank you for this powerful reminder. ✨

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@lilliemoss6895 2026-06-19

I write gratitude every night but first I prayed, then found Hoda~ Today show said every night I am safe There is no urgency, I am still and calm,repeat many times until I fall asleep Thanks Mel

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