The High 5 Habit
by Mel Robbins
In "The High 5 Habit," Mel Robbins introduces a simple yet powerful practice of giving yourself a high five each morning as a way to boost self-confidence and foster a positive mindset. The book combines personal anecdotes with practical strategies to help readers overcome self-doubt and embrace their potential. Robbins emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and encourages readers to celebrate their achievements and capabilities.
20 curated highlights from this book
Key Insights & Memorable Quotes
Below are the most impactful passages and quotes from The High 5 Habit, carefully selected to capture the essence of the book.
You are not your thoughts; you are the observer of your thoughts.
Every time you give yourself a high five, you’re telling yourself you matter.
Your feelings are valid, but they are not always true.
You only need to change one thing: your habit of how you see yourself.
The most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself.
Your brain is wired to protect you, not to make you happy.
You can be scared and brave at the same time.
You have the power to change your story.
Confidence is a muscle, and you have to train it.
What you focus on expands.
You are not your thoughts; you are the awareness of your thoughts.
The way you talk to yourself matters.
Every time you give yourself a high five, you’re retraining your brain.
You have the power to change your life, one thought at a time.
Your feelings are not facts; they are just feelings.
Confidence is built through action, not just thinking about it.
You can’t be afraid to fail; failure is part of success.
Celebrating small wins leads to bigger wins.
Change starts with you; take responsibility for your life.
Every day is a new opportunity to rewrite your story.