How to Create a New Version of Yourself: Let Go of Past Mistakes & Regret with Sarah Jakes Roberts

Order your copy of The Let Them Theory 👉 https://melrob.co/let-them-theory 👈 The #1 Best Selling Book of 2025 🔥 Discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words. Let Them. — Today’s episode is a dare: a dare to get back up and believe in yourself. This is one of the most emotional and inspiring episodes that has ever been on The Mel Robbins Podcast. If you’ve ever failed or felt like you’re not being the version of yourself you know you’re meant to be, this is the episode for you. Today, world-renowned speaker, pastor, and New York Times best-selling author Sarah Jakes Roberts joins Mel to share her incredible story and powerful wisdom for you. Pregnant at 13, married by 19, divorced by 22, and all while under the intense scrutiny as the daughter of a famous mega-church pastor, Sarah knows what it’s like to be knocked down. But more importantly, she shares what it takes to get back up. In this episode, you’ll learn how to accept yourself for where you’re at, but still push yourself to become who you want to be. Sarah teaches you what it truly means to be powerful, how to reclaim your confidence, and create a new version of yourself. This is a masterclass in turning your pain and past failures into straight up rocket fuel. Stop discounting yourself and the impact you have in this world. It’s time to reclaim who you are meant to be and take back control of your life. Sarah Robert’s website: https://sarahjakesroberts.com For more resources, including links to Sarah’s book, website, and social media platforms, click here for the podcast episode page: www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-195 Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram:   / 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. In this episode: 00:00:00 Intro 00:05:15: Sarah Jakes Roberts shares how teen pregnancy impacted her self-worth. 00:09:28: This is how YOU can move on and learn to accept and love yourself. 00:13:25: Use these 2 words to own who you are and become who you want to be. 00:19:46: If you’re someone who is seeking purpose, you NEED to hear this. 00:24:04: This is how you can create your dream life with your “leftovers.” 00:33:46: The importance of sitting with your cringe-worthy moments. 00:42:38: Why you need to reflect through the eyes of who you once were. 00:51:57: If you’ve ever felt hostage in your own life, reflect using this framework. 00:58:19: The most powerful thing you can do to create space for growth. 1:05:21: This is the TRUE meaning of “power” in your life. 1:10:29: How Sarah Jakes Roberts turned embarrassment into power. — Follow Mel: Instagram:   / melrobbins   TikTok:   / uck2u-oqn7rxf-ydpqfsxg5g   Facebook:   / melrobbins   LinkedIn:   / 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?su... — 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