Mel Robbins delivers a straight-to-the-point message in The Let Them Theory that resonates with anyone who’s felt drained by trying to manage other people’s reactions, choices, or expectations. The core idea is simple: if someone wants to leave, misunderstand, or disengage—let them. It’s a mindset shift that removes pressure and returns the focus to your own peace and boundaries. Robbins invites the reader to stop over-functioning and let go of the need to control what was never theirs to hold.

That message is liberating. But as someone who walks in faith, I couldn’t help but notice what was missing: the God piece. Letting people go isn’t just about protecting your peace—it’s about trusting God with the outcome. It’s about surrendering control, not just for the sake of relief, but as an act of obedience. We don’t let go because we’re done—we let go because He’s sovereign. The more we grip, the less room we give God to move. And in trying to hold everything together, we can actually step out of alignment with the One who holds it all.

This book offers a practical starting point, especially for anyone stuck in people-pleasing or codependency. But don’t stop there. Letting them go is only half the equation. Let God lead. Let Him shape what remains. That’s where peace comes from—not just from boundaries, but from trust.