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Sep 2024
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How to Get Motivated Even When You Don’t...

Mel Robbins
About this episode

Do you want to know how to get motivated even when you don’t feel like it? 

Today’s episode is one of the best talks ever on how to improve self-motivation and overcome your excuses. 

So before you waste any more time, listen to this. 

After today, you will know how to navigate your life with more power and purpose than you ever thought possible. 

Psychiatrist Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD, also widely known as Dr. K, is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in modern mental health and the brain. He is beloved by the millions of fans of his YouTube channel Healthy Gamer for his clear, no-nonsense advice about motivation, technology, and making the most of your life.

This is one of those episodes that will forever change the way you think.

For more resources, including links to Dr. Alok Kanojia’s research, website, book, and social media, click here for the podcast episode page. 

If you liked this research-packed episode, you’ll love Dr. K’s first appearance on The Mel Robbins Podcast, which focuses on technology’s impact on the brain and body: Before You Waste Time, Listen to This

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