If you are into social media at all, you’ve probably heard of the viral “let them” movement that’s been hot for the past several months. People have been posting their “let them” tattoos on various social media channels, and it’s become a thing. Boiling the concept down to its lowest common denominator, it’s a mindset principle reinforcing the idea that we can’t change or control other people, we can only change and control ourselves. In realizing that, our best recourse in dealing with unfavorable situations is to “let them” and then “let me” choose to do, say, or react in the best way I can. 

“Okay, I got it. What else is there?” were my exact thoughts as social media feeds bombarded me with press and hype for Mel Robbin’s new book, The Let Them Theory. Honestly, how could she write an entire book about this? I actually like Mel Robbins, but come on, girl, $29.99 US Dollars for this wisdom? I give away more juice each Friday for FREE, is what I thought to myself. 

So….curiosity being what it is, and the power of social media reels and video sound bites being what they are, bestseller review lists piling on their accolades…
#1 New York Times Bestseller
#1 Sunday Times Bestseller
#1 Amazon Bestseller
#1 Audible Bestseller
…three weeks later, I was consumed by the audiobook. 

I wanted so desperately to hold on to my Grinch-like, eye-rolling initial opinion, but when listening to chapters like:
“When Grown-Ups Throw Tantrums”
“How to Make Comparison Your Teacher”
“People Only Change When They Feel Like It” and
“Let Them Show You Who They Are”
I had to admit I was wrong.

Not only are the examples and stories used illustrative and applicable for a wide-ranging audience, but there are lessons to learn for all ages, demographics, and personal and professional realities. 

If you are curious about this movement, this book, or how you can alter dynamics around relationships, control, and personal power, I have to say…I highly recommend it.

*Typically, I am a physical book reader. I love the feel of books in my hand and going to bookstores. However, I would recommend the audiobook in this instance. Mel narrates it herself, and although she can get a little soap-box-like and ranty (who can’t?), she nails it. 

If you’ve read it, let me know your thoughts.
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