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The Mel Robbins Podcast

Trust Your Gut: How to Make a Hard Decision

28 Apr 2025

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In today’s episode, Mel will help you make any decision that you’re facing.Today, she is giving you a masterclass in decision making—the psychology, the science, and the step-by-step framework she personally uses to stop spinning, start moving, and trust your gut. If you're stuck in indecision, overthinking, or afraid of making the wrong choice—this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to: -Trust your intuition (yes, it’s real—and it’s backed by science) -Stop second-guessing yourself -Know when to go with your gut vs. when to slow down and make a plan -Navigate difficult decisions that affect other people (like calling off a wedding or leaving a job) -Handle the emotional aftermath of hard choices -Build the confidence to make any decision—even the scary ones This episode is packed with the tools, insights, and clarity you need to stop avoiding your choices and start creating the life you actually want. You are one decision away from a different life. And chances are you already know exactly what to do, you’re just too afraid to do it. This episode will teach you how to trust your gut and give you the courage to make the hard decision you know deep down you have to make. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode. If you liked this episode, and you’ll love listening to this one next: How To Handle Difficult People & Take Back Your Peace and PowerConnect with Mel:  Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer

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0.21 - 17.267 Mel Robbins

Hey, it's your friend Mel, and welcome to the Mel Robbins Podcast. Oh, I'm so glad you are here because today you and I have a great thing to talk about. We're going to talk about the power of your decisions.

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17.868 - 31.877 Mel Robbins

And you made a great decision to be here right now because if you're tired of overthinking everything or doubting yourself or second-guessing every move, if you've ever wanted to learn how to trust your gut and your intuition, you're in the right place right now.

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32.657 - 53.944 Mel Robbins

See, I believe you're one decision away from a different life, and we're going to talk about how to leverage the power of your decisions to create a better life. See, today, I am probably one of the most decisive people you'll ever meet, but I wasn't always this way. The old Mel Robbins, I used to overthink everything. I would second guess myself all the time.

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54.044 - 71.17 Mel Robbins

And even when I knew in my gut what I should do, you know, those moments when you just know, I would always second guess myself or I just wouldn't listen to it. See, I've learned how to be confident as a decision maker. It's a skill and it's a skill that I'm going to help you learn today.

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71.81 - 90.182 Mel Robbins

So whether you're struggling with a decision that's pretty big right now, whether you're thinking about ending a relationship or changing careers, or maybe there's something smaller, you're chronically giving up on yourself because you can never make the decision to go to the gym or you're constantly hitting the snooze button, which is also a decision, by the way.

90.882 - 110.958 Mel Robbins

Whatever decision it is that you need the courage to make, today, I'm gonna give you the same simple framework that I use, especially when I feel conflicted about the decision or I can't seem to make it. See, we're gonna talk about a number of things today. We're gonna talk about intuition, what it is, how it works. The science is so fascinating.

111.279 - 129.068 Mel Robbins

We're also gonna talk about those moments that are different between when you gotta go with your gut versus when do you need to pause and think through how to deal with the decision. especially in those moments when you feel so conflicted. And most importantly today, you're going to learn how to trust yourself.

130.068 - 161.828 Mel Robbins

Our conversation could change the trajectory of your life because I'm going to prove to you, you already know exactly what you should be doing. You've just forgotten how to trust yourself, make the decision and actually do it. Hey, it's your friend Mel, and welcome to the Mel Robbins Podcast. I am so excited for the topic today. I'm so excited that you're here with me.

162.228 - 182.057 Mel Robbins

First of all, it's always such an honor to spend time with you and to be together. And if you're a new listener, I just wanted to take a moment and personally welcome you to the Mel Robbins Podcast family. I am so glad you're here. Because you made the time to listen to this particular episode about decision-making and intuition, here's what I know about you.

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