Mel Robbins’ Post

"Why me? Why was I given a second chance when so many others don’t make it out? I don’t have the answers, and maybe I never will. But I have to believe there’s a reason. I have to believe that I’m here to do something— ...to be something more than just a survivor of my own mistakes. Because if I don’t believe that, what am I doing here?" -eBook, "Shitty Magician - Diary of an Addict"

You said it best: This is YOUR life. So why let someone else's opinion have more weight than your own? Don't let others' opinions shape your choices. It's costing you more than you think. It’s costing you happiness. It’s costing you time. It’s costing you the chance to live authentically. Be brave. Take the risk. Live your life for YOU.

I love the 'let them' concept. Whenever I get upset about a misunderstanding with a family member or something that triggers me, I remind myself to 'let them be wrong about me'. I then ask myself, 'What would someone who loves themselves do?' and follow my intuition. It usually is some form of self-care that I need in these moments.

Three decisions I made that made other people disappointed, but improved my life exponentially: - quitting my job in education to launch my own business - leaving a marriage 6 months after entering it - setting boundaries around visits home to see family Others discomfort is a reflection of their limitations, not ours. ❤️

I recently heard a powerful line. "You are the only one that has to live with you. If everyone loves you but you don't love yourself - that's failure. If everyone despises you but you love yourself - that's winning. Because at the end of the day if you don't like you, you won't get better."

Living for the approval of others is a surefire way to miss out on the life you’re meant to live. When you let someone else’s opinions dictate your choices, you hand over your power and dim your unique light. The truth is, no one else can fully understand your dreams, passions, and potential because they’re not walking in your shoes. The moment you stop seeking validation from others, you start building a life that reflects your values, not theirs. It’s not selfish—it’s necessary. A life that makes you proud is one where your actions align with your true self, where you pursue what sets your soul on fire, and where your sense of fulfillment comes from within. Remember, the people who matter most will respect you for living authentically. The rest? Their opinions are simply noise. Let go of the fear, reclaim your voice, and start creating a life that feels like home to you.

Your life is yours to design. True freedom begins when we stop living for the approval of others and start embracing the courage to follow our own path.

I gave up guilt 20 years ago, which disturbed my mother, as she controlled me with it.

Here’s the truth: your life is yours to live however you want.  The moment you realize this, everything changes.  The most valuable lesson you'll ever learn is that Your Happiness is your Priority.  It’s not about fitting into a mold or following someone else's plan, it’s about doing what makes you feel fulfilled. The opinions of others, no matter how loud or critical, don't matter in the grand scheme of things.  You can’t control what others think or say, but you can control what you choose to believe about yourself.  Don't let anyone's doubt or negativity stop you from pursuing what you love.  If you're passionate about leaving the 9-5 grind and starting your own business, go for it.  Take that leap, even if it feels uncertain. The journey of entrepreneurship is filled with risks, but that's where growth happens.  When you're doing something that excites you, even the toughest challenges become part of the adventure.  Don’t be afraid to face failure or rejection, they’re part of the process.  What matters most is that you’re living life on your terms and staying true to yourself. Once you make that mindset shift, everything will align. I hope this helps 🦊

Taking back control and living authentically is a game-changer 💚