The Book That Changed Everything: The Let Them Theory
February 27, 2025
There is a moment when something just clicks. A shift in perspective that changes the way you see the world. For me, that moment came when I read The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins.
If you have ever felt drained trying to control things outside your power, whether it’s peoples opinions, their choices, or just the chaos of life, this book is a wake-up call. Instead of resisting, overthinking, or trying to micromanage everything, Mel Robbins gives you permission to simply let them.
Let them doubt you.
Let them misunderstand you.
Let them do what they’re going to do.
Because the truth is, you can’t control other people, but you can control how you respond. And when you shift your focus away from trying to change what’s out of your hands, you free up space to build something meaningful.
How The Let Them Theory Changed My Perspective
Reading this book wasn’t just eye-opening, it was permission-giving. It was the nudge I needed to finally stop waiting for the right time and start building Chapter & Reel. I realized I was holding back because I was afraid of how people might react. What if it’s not perfect? What if no one cares?
But then I thought, so what? Let them.
Some people might not get it. Let them. The right ones will.
Not everything will go according to plan. Let it. That is how creativity works.
I might not have all the answers yet. Let myself figure it out as I go.
That mindset shift changed everything. Instead of being weighed down by what I couldn’t control, I started focusing on what I could by creating a space where books, movies, and curated collections come to life.
How This Book Can Change the Way You See the World
I won’t give too much away because I truly think this is a book everyone should read for themselves. But here are two powerful ways The Let Them Theory can shift your perspective:
You’ll stop wasting energy on things that don’t serve you.
Ever found yourself frustrated over someones reaction, choice, or behavior? Instead of getting stuck in the cycle of frustration, this book helps you step back and ask, Is this worth my energy? Most of the time, it’s not.
You start focusing on what actually matters.
When you stop trying to control the uncontrollable, you gain so much freedom. Freedom to focus on your dreams, your creativity, your happiness. Whether it’s launching a business, pursuing a passion, or just living with more peace, this mindset makes space for what truly matters.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever felt held back by fear, by overthinking, by worrying about what other people will say, this book might just be the push you need. It certainly was for me.
And if you are here, reading this, then Chapter & Reel is proof of what can happen when you stop trying to control everything and start creating anyway.
So, whats’ something you have been waiting to start? And more importantly what’s stopping you?
Let them. And go build something.
Oh, and before you go ”The Let Them Theory is available for free on the Libby app through your local library! But fair warning, there’s a waitlist, so don’t wait! Go place a hold on your copy today!
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Now go forth, place that hold on Libby, and prepare to have your mind blown. And if the waitlist is long well, let them take their time. You willl get your turn. Happy reading!
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If you’ve already read The Let Them Theory, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Did it change the way you see things? What was your biggest takeaway? Drop your opinions below!