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Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins

Hay House We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article. Mel Robbins' podcasts, TED Talk and bestselling books, including "The 5 Second Rule," have made her one of the most successful motivational speakers. In her latest bestseller, "The Let Them Theory" (Hay House), she discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control which includes changing other people. Read an excerpt below, and don't miss Norah O'Donnell's conversation with Mel Robbins on "CBS Sunday Morning" February 1!"The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins 16 at Amazon Prefer to listen? Audible has a 30-day free trial available right now. Try Audible for free I've spent the last two years researching the Let Them Theory: why it works, and how you can use it to transform your life and improve your relationships with other people. In writing this book, I've spoken to many of the world's leading experts in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral science, relationships, stress, and happiness. You'll meet them as you read the book, and their research will help you apply the theory in countless situations in your life. As you'll soon see, the science is clear: This thing works. And it works really well. But this book isn't just about introducing you to the Let Them Theory. It's about a fundamental law of human nature: All human beings have a hardwired need for control. We all have an innate desire to control everything about our lives: our

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