<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I talk to wellness educator, certified breathwork coach and Restorative Writing teacher <a href="https://www.alexelle.com/about">Alex Elle</a> about the importance of journaling, her new book <a href="https://www.alexelle.com/buythebook"><em>How We Heal</em></a>, why we need to model our experiences as adults so that we can teach our children to handle life’s challenges, focusing on our own journey instead of trying to change other people, and so much more!</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/essential-techniques-for-self-healing-with-alex-elle</p><p><br></p><p>Get Alex's book here:&nbsp;https://www.alexelle.com/buythebook</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Athletic Greens:ll you have to do is visit&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://athleticgreens.com/partner/d35ctoffer-nutrition/en?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=influencer&amp;utm_campaign=drleaf_d35ct__a1248__o27&amp;utm_term=cac__a1248__o27&amp;utm_content=medical__a1248__o27"><strong>athleticgreens.com/leaf</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!</strong></p><p><strong>-BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://betterhelp.com/drleaf"><strong>betterhelp.com/drleaf</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</strong></p><p><strong>4:13</strong> We are our own greatest teacher</p><p><strong>4:30</strong> The power of trusting ourselves</p><p><strong>6:14</strong> Healing to tap into joy</p><p><strong>6:48</strong> Healing is a communal act</p><p><strong>9:17 </strong>Affirmations without actions are just words</p><p><strong>13:13</strong> It is okay to not have all the answers</p><p><strong>13:55 </strong>Healing isn’t a one-time event</p><p><strong>15:15</strong> Why we need to befriend our fear</p><p><strong>19:02</strong> Only <em>you</em> have the answers</p><p><strong>21:40</strong> Modeling the healing journey for our children</p><p><strong>29:38, 34:20 </strong>We shouldn’t try to change people, only ourselves</p><p><strong>35:20</strong> It is more important to like ourselves than to have other people like us</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!</p><p>- Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I talk to professor and a leading expert on the psychology of secrets <a href="http://www.columbia.edu/~ms4992/"><u>Michael Slapian</u></a> about what it means to keep a secret, how keeping secrets affects our mental health, how to manage the mental conflict keeping a secret brings, and so much more!</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/are-secrets-good-for-your-mental-health</p><p><br></p><p>Get Michale's book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/646505/the-secret-life-of-secrets-by-michael-slepian/</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>BiOptimizer’s Magnesium Breakthrough: Just go to </strong><a href="http://www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf"><u><strong>www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong> and enter code DRLEAF10 to get 25% off any order. This is the best time to stock up the products you love and try new ones! Want these products sooner? No problem! There is always 10% off for my listeners with the code DRLEAF10 at </strong><a href="http://www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf"><u><strong>www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong>. Order now while supplies last!</strong></p><p><strong>-Chime: Sign up takes only two minutes and doesn’t affect your credit score. Get started at </strong><a href="http://chime.com/drleaf"><u><strong>chime.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</strong></p><p><strong>3:02</strong> Michael’s groundbreaking work on secrecy</p><p><strong>8:20</strong> Everyone has secrets!</p><p><strong>9:50</strong> The different kinds of secrets people keep</p><p><strong>11:18, 15:16</strong> How keeping secrets can affect our mental health</p><p><strong>15:46 </strong>How a secret can affect our relationships</p><p><strong>17:40</strong> The cross-cultural nature of secrets</p><p><strong>18:25</strong> Why it can be hard to keep a secret</p><p><strong>19:50</strong> How to figure out which secrets are harmful to us</p><p><strong>24:50</strong> Confessing &amp; confiding secrets</p><p><strong>28:13</strong> Secrets &amp; managing our mental wellbeing</p><p><strong>32:40</strong> How culture affects secret-keeping</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!</p><p>- Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to Dr. Elizabeth Yurth founder and chief medical officer of the Boulder Longevity Institute about cellular medicine, how we can heal our mental and physical health, the importance of cell renewal, why Dr. Elizabeth is a fan of the supplement Spermadine and so much more!</p><p>Visit <a href="https://spermidinelife.us">spermidinelife.us</a> for the latest science and spermidine products available from Longevity Labs and use code LEAF25 at checkout to get 25% OFF!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p>Read the blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/spermidine-what-it-is-how-it-can-help-your-mental-brain-health</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Learn More about Elizabeth Yurth, MD:</strong></p><p>-Bio and Background:&nbsp;<a href="https://eur04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dryurth.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cdaniel.dietz%40spermidinelife.com%7Cab4e1d08d3e148e96f9408dabce841ef%7Cdcb0543f1bcd43829c0eed0a920251f5%7C0%7C0%7C638030003005525004%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Q8XTakMB2ttIuE2IBw49j3SKwPs3N12n8FMUJEyUG2o%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Original URL: http://www.dryurth.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link.">www.dryurth.com</a></p><p>-Dr. Yurth's clinic, the Boulder Longevity Institute&nbsp;<a href="https://eur04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.boulderlongevity.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cdaniel.dietz%40spermidinelife.com%7Cab4e1d08d3e148e96f9408dabce841ef%7Cdcb0543f1bcd43829c0eed0a920251f5%7C0%7C0%7C638030003005681214%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MG5KnW8U7O6bjbvi08VTdb13TmwIhV1wbK75vrKrLX4%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Original URL: http://www.boulderlongevity.com/. Click or tap if you trust this link.">www.boulderlongevity.com</a></p><p>-Dr. Yurth's education site, the Human Optimization Academy: https://bli.academy/</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Levels: If you want to better understand how food affects your health and try a continuous glucose monitor yourself, go to&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://levels.link/DRCAROLINELEAF%22%20%5Ct%20%22_blank"><strong>levels.link/DRCAROLINELEAF</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;to learn more.</strong></p><p><strong>-ButcherBox: Sign up today at </strong><a href="http://butcherbox.com/DRLEAF"><strong>butcherbox.com/DRLEAF</strong></a><strong> and use code DRLEAF to get one 10 to 14 pound Turkey FREE in your first box.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</strong></p><p><strong>5:35, 9:38</strong> What cellular medicine is &amp; why it is so important</p><p><strong>7:45</strong> Where even functional medicine falls short</p><p><strong>11:05, 28:45, 47:00</strong> What spermidine is &amp; why it is such an amazing molecule</p><p><strong>14:00, 16:15</strong> Spermidine &amp; mental health</p><p><strong>16:36</strong> Autophagy, stress &amp; how the body reacts to inflammation and damage</p><p><strong>22:00</strong> How to improve autophagy</p><p><strong>33:10 </strong>How bad experiences can affect our health &amp; how spermidine is a tool that can help support better healing</p><p><br></p><p>- Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app&nbsp;</p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to good friend, podcast host and performance coach Craig Siegel about what it means to reckon with our mortality, what near death experiences can teach us, ways to make every moment meaningful, redefining success, and so much more!&nbsp;</p><p>For more info on Craig visit: https://www.cultivatelastingsymphony.com/&nbsp;</p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>&nbsp;-BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf.&nbsp;</p><p>-Everlywell: Everlywell is offering a special discount of 20% OFF an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/drleaf.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:&nbsp;</p><p>5:34 Craig’s amazing work&nbsp;</p><p>8:28 Changing the definition of success&nbsp;</p><p>11:30 Why we need to share our gifts with the world&nbsp;</p><p>12:10 The power of knowing your identity&nbsp;</p><p>16:31 What Craig’s near death experience taught him&nbsp;</p><p>32:50 We are here to create &amp; expand&nbsp;</p><p>36:35 Helping children manage their mental health&nbsp;</p><p>44:50 Why we need to become aware of our emotions &amp; manage how we feel&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>&nbsp;-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com&nbsp;</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!&nbsp;</p><p>- Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources&nbsp;</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>&nbsp;-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf&nbsp;</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf&nbsp;</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast (episode #429) and blog, I talk to Surgeon General of the United States Dr. <a href="https://www.hhs.gov/about/leadership/vivek-murthy.html"><u>Vivek Murthy</u></a> about the role workplaces play in their employee’s mental and physical health, how to help organizations support the wellbeing of their workers, the opportunity for growth in a workplace, and so much more! Dr. Vivek H. Murthy was confirmed by the U.S. Senate in March 2021 to serve as the 21st Surgeon General of the United States. As the Nation's Doctor, the Surgeon General's mission is to help lay the foundation for a healthier country, relying on the best scientific information available to provide clear, consistent, and equitable guidance and resources for the public. And as the Vice Admiral of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, Dr. Murthy commands a uniformed service of over 6,000 dedicated public health officers, serving the most underserved and vulnerable populations domestically and abroad.</p><p><br></p><p>Read about the workplace initiative here: https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/priorities/workplace-well-being/index.html</p><p>And the press release here: https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2022/10/20/us-surgeon-general-releases-new-framework-mental-health-well-being-workplace.html</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/mental-health-advice-from-the-u-s-surgeon-general</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Athletic Greens: All you have to do is visit </strong><a href="https://athleticgreens.com/partner/d35ctoffer-nutrition/en?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=influencer&amp;utm_campaign=drleaf_d35ct__a1248__o27&amp;utm_term=cac__a1248__o27&amp;utm_content=medical__a1248__o27"><u><strong>athleticgreens.com/leaf</strong></u></a><strong> to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!</strong></p><p><strong>-BiOptimizer’s Magnesium Breakthrough: This special offer is ONLY available at </strong><a href="http://magbreakthrough.com/drleaf"><u><strong>magbreakthrough.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong> with the code drleaf10 for 10% off any order.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>4:20 </strong>Dr. Vivek’s amazing work</p><p><strong>7:20</strong> The power of social connection</p><p><strong>11:40</strong> Loneliness &amp; health</p><p><strong>13:32, 22:00</strong> Why we need to change the way we deal with mental health in the workplace</p><p><strong>19:00</strong> We all need relationships!</p><p><strong>35:20</strong> The power of connecting with people’s stories</p><p><strong>36:50 </strong>We are so much more than what we do for a living</p><p><strong>38:00</strong> Why workplaces need to support mental health</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app&nbsp;</p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about why we need to change the way we think about mental health. This podcast is part 8 of my series on the different parts of the mind and brain. As mentioned in my previous podcasts on this topic, The Difference Between the Nonconscious, Subconscious &amp; Conscious Mind (part 1), How to Tap Into the Nonconscious Mind to Unwire Trauma &amp; Toxic Thinking Habits (part 2), How to Listen to &amp; Learn from Your Mental &amp; Physical Warning Signals (part 3), The Difference Between Thoughts &amp; Memories (part 4), What is the Mind? (part 5), How to Make Intrusive Thoughts Work for You, Not Against You(part 6), and Neuroplasticity: What It Is &amp; How to Harness Its Power for Your Benefit (part 7), when you consciously engage the nonconscious mind through deliberate, intentional, strategic, and proactive deep thinking, you draw your thoughts, with their embedded memories, through the subconscious mind and into the conscious mind. When these thoughts arrive in the conscious mind, they’re in a malleable state, which means you can change them and reconceptualize them—you can change the way they impact your life.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-pros-cons-of-mental-health-labels&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>-NOOM: Sign up for your trial at&nbsp;noom.com/DRLEAF&nbsp;</p><p>-ZocDoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/LEAF and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:&nbsp;</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com&nbsp;</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!&nbsp;</p><p>- Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources&nbsp;</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-&nbsp;</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf&nbsp;</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf&nbsp;</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to <a href="https://thedrsuzanne.com/"><u>Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz</u></a> about menopause, women’s mental health, why aging is a blessing, her new book <a href="https://thedrsuzanne.com/themenopausebootcamp/"><u><em>Menopause Bootcamp</em></u></a><em>,</em> and so much more! In her work, Dr. Suzanne goes beyond conventional medical treatment to looks at the different stages of a woman’s life holistically. She calls menopause the “puberty of midlife”—it is a normal bodily function, not a curse or disease, as it is often portrayed as in our society.</p><p><br></p><p>Get her book here: https://thedrsuzanne.com/themenopausebootcamp/</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/managing-menopause-your-mental-health</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Levels: </strong>If you want to better understand how food affects your mental and physical health and try a continuous glucose monitor yourself visit: <a href="https://www.levelshealth.com/join?partner=DRCAROLINELEAF&amp;utm_source=partner&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=cleaning-up-the-mental-mess-with-dr-caroline-leaf&amp;utm_content=october7-2022" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.levelshealth.com/join?partner=DRCAROLINELEAF&amp;utm_source=partner&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=cleaning-up-the-mental-mess-with-dr-caroline-leaf&amp;utm_content=october7-2022</a></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>3:45</strong> Dr. Suzanne’s work</p><p><strong>6:30</strong> De-pathologizing menopause</p><p><strong>10:20</strong> Menopause can be a time of joy &amp; growth!</p><p><strong>14:15</strong> What menopause is</p><p><strong>21:00, 41:05</strong> Different ways to manage menopause</p><p><strong>36:10</strong> The importance of being proactive &amp; gaining knowledge</p><p><strong>45:00</strong> How our mind can affect our hormones</p><p><strong>51:30 </strong>The importance of choosing curiosity instead of fear</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about neuroplasticity and the brain’s ability to respond to the mind. This podcast is part 7 of my series on the different parts of the mind and brain.</p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p>Read the blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/neuroplasticity-what-it-is-how-to-harness-its-power-for-your-benefit</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>BiOptimizer’s Magnesium Breakthrough: This special offer is ONLY available at </strong><a href="http://magbreakthrough.com/drleaf"><u><strong>magbreakthrough.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong> with the code drleaf10 for 10% off any order.</strong></p><p><strong>-Gladskin: Right now, Gladskin is offering my listeners 15% off plus free shipping on your first order at </strong><a href="https://gladskin.com/collections/acne-prone?utm_source=CleaningUpTheMentalMesswDrLeaf&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=q2_2022_podcast"><u><strong>gladskin.com/DRLEAF</strong></u></a>.</p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>2:05</strong> What neuroplasticity is &amp; why it is so important</p><p><strong>4:20, 7:35</strong> Traumatic brain injuries &amp; neuroplasticity</p><p><strong>10:58</strong> The mind can change the brain!</p><p><strong>13:00</strong> The relationship between neuroplasticity &amp; learning</p><p><strong>14:45</strong> How negative experiences can affect the brain</p><p><strong>15:30</strong> Why we need to deconstruct &amp; reconstruct our thoughts</p><p><strong>19:30 </strong>The power of reconceptualization</p><p><strong>19:46</strong> Neuroplasticity also affects the body!</p><p><strong>20:50 </strong>Why your past doesn’t have to be your destiny!</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to former army captain, politician, attorney and podcast host Jason Kander about his new book <a href="https://www.harpercollins.com/products/invisible-storm-jason-kander"><u><em>Invisible Storm</em></u></a>, managing and healing from PTSD and depression, what it looks like to seek help for mental health issues, overcoming mental health stigmas, and so much more! As noted in his book, “in 2017, President Obama, in his final Oval Office interview, was asked who gave him hope for the future of the country, and Jason Kander was the first name he mentioned. Suddenly, Jason was a national figure.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE episodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-manage-ptsd-trauma</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at </strong><a href="http://betterhelp.com/drleaf"><u><strong>betterhelp.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>3:40, 32:00</strong> Jason’s incredible journey</p><p><strong>5:00</strong> Jason’s new book<em> </em><a href="https://www.harpercollins.com/products/invisible-storm-jason-kander"><u><em>Invisible Storm</em></u></a></p><p><strong>7:00</strong> The mental “armor” you have to put on when you enter the military &amp; how it impacts veterans</p><p><strong>12:00</strong> The importance of processing what you go through</p><p><strong>18:30</strong> Why we should never compare traumas!</p><p><strong>23:00</strong> Why mind management &amp; self-regulation is so important</p><p><strong>29:10</strong> Why we need to go beyond awareness</p><p><strong>30:00</strong> Helping our children manage their mental health</p><p><strong>40:00</strong> You can’t outrun what has happened to you</p><p><strong>46:00</strong> How our experiences impact how we feel, behave &amp; see the world</p><p><strong>49:00</strong> Comparison can lead to shame</p><p><strong>50:00</strong> How our mental health affects our physical health</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about managing intrusive thoughts. This podcast is part 6 of my series on the different parts of the mind and brain. <strong>Intrusive thinking</strong> is can be defined as uncontrollable, unwanted thoughts that we <em>feel unable</em> to resist. This kind of thinking is often a way of coping with an underlying, unresolved issue. It’s not always the most effective or sustainable way to deal with pain or trauma, but it’s a coping mechanism—a type of distraction you use to try to keep the source of your pain bearable, at least in the short term.</p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE epsiodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Athletic Greens: All you have to do is visit </strong><a href="https://athleticgreens.com/partner/d35ctoffer-nutrition/en?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=influencer&amp;utm_campaign=drleaf_d35ct__a1248__o27&amp;utm_term=cac__a1248__o27&amp;utm_content=medical__a1248__o27"><u><strong>athleticgreens.com/leaf</strong></u></a><strong> to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!</strong></p><p><strong>-Chime: See for yourself why Chime is so loved at</strong> <a href="http://chime.com/drleaf"><u><strong>chime.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>-Butcher Box: For a limited time, ButcherBox is offering my listeners Free New York strips and lobster, PLUS $10 off your first box. Just sign up today at </strong><a href="http://butcherbox.com/DRLEAF"><u><strong>butcherbox.com/DRLEAF</strong></u></a><strong> to get two, 10 oz New York strip steaks and 8 oz of lobster claw and knuckle meat FREE in your first order, PLUS $10 off your first box.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>2:40 </strong>We all battle with intrusive thoughts</p><p><strong>3:10, 5:48 </strong>How to change the way you look at intrusive thoughts</p><p><strong>6:00</strong> What intrusive thoughts are</p><p><strong>7:10 </strong>When you are aware of something you can change it!</p><p><strong>8:00, 11:47</strong> How to use mind management to deal with intrusive thoughts</p><p><strong>16:35</strong> How intrusive thoughts can become your best friend!</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: If you have been following me for a while, you will know how much I love my infrared sauna from <a href="https://www.sunlighten.com/dr-caroline-leaf?utm_source=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_medium=Partner&amp;leadsource=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_campaign=DrCarolineLeaf">Sunlighten</a>! It is an integral part of my mental and physical health regimen, my favorite place to do brain research and detox my mind, and something I cannot live without! In this podcast I talk to the co-founder of <a href="https://www.sunlighten.com/dr-caroline-leaf?utm_source=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_medium=Partner&amp;leadsource=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_campaign=DrCarolineLeaf">Sunlighten Saunas</a> Connie Zack. We discuss why infrared heat is so good for us, the difference between infrared and conventional saunas, the best way to use an infrared sauna, common mistakes we make when using infrared saunas, the science behind Sunlighten’s amazing saunas, and so much more!</p><p>Save up to $600 on your sauna purchase through this LINK or by mentioning Dr. Leaf when you purchase: <a href="https://www.sunlighten.com/dr-caroline-leaf?utm_source=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_medium=Partner&amp;leadsource=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_campaign=DrCarolineLeaf">https://www.sunlighten.com/dr-caroline-leaf?utm_source=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_medium=Partner&amp;leadsource=DrCarolineLeaf&amp;utm_campaign=DrCarolineLeaf</a></p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE epsiodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-a-sauna-a-day-keeps-the-stress-away</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>BiOptimizer’s Magnesium: This special offer is ONLY available at </strong><a href="http://magbreakthrough.com/drleaf"><strong>magbreakthrough.com/drleaf</strong></a><strong> with the code drleaf10 for 10% off any order.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>2:55</strong> How saunas can help support mental health</p><p><strong>3:30</strong> Sunlighten Sauna’s core mission</p><p><strong>6:40, 11:16</strong> Why infrared saunas are so good for us</p><p><strong>12:50 </strong>How infrared saunas can support healthy sleeping<em> </em>patterns</p><p><strong>14:00 </strong>Why an infrared sauna is more enjoyable than regular saunas</p><p><strong>17:00</strong> The different types of infrared &amp; what they do</p><p><strong>23:20</strong> The mental health benefits of using an infrared sauna</p><p><strong>33:00</strong> How infrared saunas can help support our physical health</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about the what the mind is. This podcast is part 5 of my series on the different parts of the mind and brain.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE epsiodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/what-is-the-mind</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Nootopia, powered by BiOptimizers, has created a brand new one-of-a-kind product called CollaGenius: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to </strong><a href="http://www.nootopia.com/drleafgenius"><u><strong>www.nootopia.com/drleafgenius</strong></u></a><strong> and use drleaf10 during checkout to save 10 percent and get free shipping.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>2:14 </strong>Why the mind is the hard question of science</p><p><strong>2:44, 4:50</strong> Our mind is our “aliveness”</p><p><strong>4:00</strong> We are the product of our minds</p><p><strong>5:00</strong> We are not our brains</p><p><strong>6:30</strong> How the mind affects the brain &amp; body</p><p><strong>9:15</strong> Why we need to learn how to manage our minds</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to philosopher and bestselling author <a href="https://ryanholiday.net/"><u>Ryan Holiday</u></a> about the power of stoicism, how to develop discipline and self-regulation, and so much more! As Ryan points out, <strong>ancient thinkers knew a lot about what it means to be human. Even though they were not neuroscientists, and even though they didn’t have access to all the technological and medical advances we have today, ancient writings are filled with wisdom that can help us lead better lives. </strong>Just because something is “old” doesn’t mean we can’t benefit from it!</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE epsiodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-stoicism-can-help-improve-your-mental-health</p><p><br></p><p>Get Ryan's book here: https://ryanholiday.net/</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Apollo Neuroscience: Want to improve your sleep, relaxation, focus, recovery, and mindfulness habits? Try Apollo today! Get up to $40 off the Apollo wearable at </strong><a href="http://apolloneuro.com/drleaf"><u><strong>apolloneuro.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>-BiOptimizer’s Magnesium: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to </strong><a href="http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf"><u><strong>http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf</strong></u></a><strong> and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>3:20</strong> Why ancient truths still have power today</p><p><strong>4:19 </strong>Why Ryan is so passionate about stoicism</p><p><strong>6:45</strong> Why discipline is destiny</p><p><strong>10:15, 13:44 </strong>The 4 virtues of ancient philosophy &amp; why they are important</p><p><strong>20:00</strong> Embracing the process, not just the outcome</p><p><strong>27:00</strong> The truth about perfectionism</p><p><strong>31:30</strong> You can have everything &amp; still be unhappy</p><p><strong>35:10</strong> Why we all need self-discipline</p><p><strong>38:25</strong> Discipline can take on a lot of forms</p><p><strong>41:05</strong> Redefining hustle culture</p><p><strong>43:36</strong> Ryan’s new book <em>Discipline is Destiny</em></p><p><strong>47:00</strong> Why the little things do matter</p><p><strong>49:43</strong> Why temperament is important</p><p><strong>51:20</strong> The power of patience</p><p><strong>52:25</strong> The difference between self-discipline &amp; discipline</p><p><strong>53:40</strong> Enduring the unendurable</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about the difference between thoughts and memories. This podcast is part 4 of my series on the different parts of the mind. The mind is made up of trillions and trillions of thoughts.<strong> A thought is a real physical thing that occupies mental real estate in the brain and mind</strong>. A thought is built into the brain as you use your mind—that is, as you think, feel and choose. Thoughts are located in three different places: your brain, your mind, and the cells of your body.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE epsiodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-difference-between-thoughts-memories</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Athletic Greens: All you have to do is visit&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://athleticgreens.com/partner/d35ctoffer-nutrition/en?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=influencer&amp;utm_campaign=drleaf_d35ct__a1248__o27&amp;utm_term=cac__a1248__o27&amp;utm_content=medical__a1248__o27"><strong>athleticgreens.com/leaf</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!</strong></p><p><strong>-BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://betterhelp.com/drleaf"><strong>betterhelp.com/drleaf</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>2:14</strong> What a thought is</p><p><strong>3:30</strong> The difference between thoughts &amp; memories</p><p><strong>6:40</strong> Thoughts &amp; memories are like trees in the mind &amp; brain</p><p><strong>8:40</strong> One thought can contain many memories!</p><p><strong>9:22</strong> Thoughts are always changing &amp; growing</p><p><strong>13:19</strong> Thoughts affect the mind, brain &amp; body</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I talk to best-selling author and explorer <a href="https://www.colinobrady.com/">Colin O’ Brady</a> on his adventures in Antarctica, Everest and other incredible places around the world, how to embark on your own life adventure, the power of deep thinking, why we all need to have a “possible mindset”, how to get “unstuck”, and so much more! Colin O’Brady is a 10-time world record breaking explorer and one of the world’s top endurance athletes. His athletic accomplishments include a world-first solo crossing of Antarctica (which he talks about in his incredible book <a href="https://www.theimpossiblefirst.com/"><em>The Impossible First: From Fire to Ice</em>―<em>Crossing Antarctica Alone</em></a><em>)</em>, a world-first ocean row across Drake Passage (from South America to Antarctica), and summiting Mt. Everest twice.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to full AD-FREE epsiodes, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/an-interview-with-the-first-man-to-trek-solo-across-antarctica-how-to-use-your-mind-to-achieve-your-biggest-goals</p><p><br></p><p>Get Colin's book here: https://www.colinobrady.com</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Levels: If you want to better understand how food affects your health and try a continuous glucose monitor yourself, go to </strong><a href="http://levels.link/DRCAROLINELEAF"><strong>levels.link/DRCAROLINELEAF</strong></a><strong> to learn more.</strong></p><p><strong>-Gladskin: Right now, Gladskin is offering my listeners 15% off plus free shipping on your first order at </strong><a href="https://gladskin.com/collections/acne-prone?utm_source=CleaningUpTheMentalMesswDrLeaf&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=q2_2022_podcast"><strong>gladskin.com/DRLEAF</strong></a>.</p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>3:50, 7:00 </strong>Colin’s incredible story</p><p><strong>5:00, 18:31</strong> Why Colin wrote his latest book <em>The 12-Hour Walk</em></p><p><strong>7:15</strong> Exploring is an external &amp; INTERNAL journey</p><p><strong>10:30 </strong>The power of having a ‘possible’ mindset</p><p><strong>13:00, 16:25</strong> Our minds have so much strength &amp; power</p><p><strong>18:31, 25:00</strong> How to harness the power of the mind through walking</p><p><strong>22:00 </strong>Colin’s journey across Antarctica</p><p><strong>35:00</strong> Colin’s other amazing expeditions &amp; important life lessons he learned</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I talk about our mental and physical warning signals, what they are, and why we need to listen to them. This podcast is part 3 of my series on the different parts of the mind.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-listen-to-amp-learn-from-your-mental-amp-physical-warning-signals</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>NOOM: Sign up for your trial at&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.noom.com/programs/health-weight/exsf01/?upv=3&amp;sp=adresults&amp;utm_source=cleaningupthementalmess&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_content=drleaf&amp;type=bakedin&amp;group=audio&amp;step=pros&amp;lang=en&amp;isvanity=y#/"><strong>noom.com/DRLEAF</strong></a></p><p><strong>-Apollo Neuroscience: Want to improve your sleep, relaxation, focus, recovery, and mindfulness habits? Try Apollo today! Get up to $40 off the Apollo wearable at </strong><a href="http://apolloneuro.com/drleaf"><strong>apolloneuro.com/drleaf</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>2:15</strong> What warning signals are &amp; the different types of warning signals</p><p><strong>4:40</strong> Warning signals show you thought patterns that are affecting you</p><p><strong>7:35</strong> Warning signals help you tune into the nonconscious mind</p><p><strong>11:16</strong> These signals also tell you good things!</p><p><strong>15:48</strong> Emotions are not illnesses!</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I talk to top <a href="https://www.thinkunbrokenpodcast.com/"><u>podcast</u></a> host and <a href="https://book.thinkunbroken.com/"><u>author</u></a> Michael Anthony about healing childhood trauma, the power of identity, why we should do something different everyday, the power of helping others, and so much more. Unfortunately, as Michael notes, childhood abuse is prevalent in America and around the world. <strong>It is one of the biggest elephants in the room when it comes to mental health</strong>. As uncomfortable as it is to face, childhood trauma is something we need to talk about more, and on a much deeper level.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/michael-anthony</p><p><br></p><p>Get Michael's book here: https://book.thinkunbroken.com/</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Nootropics: Just go to </strong><a href="http://nootopia.com/drleaf"><u><strong>nootopia.com/drleaf</strong></u></a><strong> and enter coupon code DRLEAF10 for an extra 10% off your order, and experience your best mood and mental performance with personalized Nootropics!</strong></p><p><strong>-ZocDoc: Go to </strong><a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/LEAF"><u><strong>Zocdoc.com/LEAF </strong></u></a><strong>and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>3:00, 11:45</strong> Michael’s incredible story</p><p><strong>13:30</strong> Money &amp; success won’t heal us—we have to do the work mentally to overcome &amp; manage what has happened to us</p><p><strong>14:30</strong> We can’t run from or suppress trauma—we have to face &amp; deal with it</p><p><strong>19:50</strong> How trauma steals our identity &amp; how we can find healing</p><p><strong>26:00</strong> We are not just afraid of failure; many of us are afraid of success as well</p><p><strong>26:30, 32:00</strong> How to be different, not just “better”</p><p><strong>33:40</strong> The importance of knowing what we value &amp; stand for</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this week’s podcast I continue my discussion of the different parts of the mind, and how they are connected. Last <a href="https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-difference-between-the-nonconscious-subconscious-conscious-mind">week</a>, I spoke about the difference between the nonconscious, subconscious and conscious mind. This week, I am going to talk about how interconnected these three parts of the mind are, and the nature of the nonconscious, “wise” mind. The nonconscious mind is incredible but often misunderstood. Even the word nonconscious is used incorrectly most of the time. Yet it’s worth putting in the effort to try to understand it, because it’s a key player when it comes to mind-management. <strong>The more you understand the nonconscious mind, the more you will see that you also have the ability to change your mind.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-tap-into-the-nonconcious-mind-to-unwire-trauma-toxic-thinking-habits</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Kion: You can now save 20% on monthly deliveries and 10% on one-time purchases. Just go to </strong><a href="http://getkion.com/DRLEAF"><strong>getkion.com/DRLEAF</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>-Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf"><strong>http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>2:30</strong> Our minds are filled with wisdom!</p><p><strong>4:30</strong> The present, past &amp; future are connected in the mind</p><p><strong>7:10</strong> How the messiness of life can impact us mentally &amp; physically</p><p><strong>8:13</strong> How we can manage our life experiences, even when things are a mess!</p><p><strong>9:48</strong> How our wise, noncosncious mind can help us manage the messiness of life</p><p><strong>11:50 </strong>Why the mind is like a forest of trees</p><p><strong>16:15</strong> Why it takes time to manage our mind &amp; change our thinking</p><p><strong>18:20</strong> We cannot forget what has happened to us, but we can change our story! We have the power to re-create</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I talk to psychiatrist, researcher, professor and best-selling author Dr. <a href="https://joannamoncrieff.com/">Joanna Moncrieff</a> about her new study on the chemical imbalance myth, antidepressants as placebo, the causes of depression, how to withdraw from psychiatric drugs, and so much more.</p><p>Read Dr. Moncrieff's article here: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41380-022-01661-0</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/debunking-the-serotonin-depression-theory-with-psychiatrist-professor-dr-joanna-moncrieff</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Athletic Greens: All you have to do is visit&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://athleticgreens.com/partner/d35ctoffer-nutrition/en?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=influencer&amp;utm_campaign=drleaf_d35ct__a1248__o27&amp;utm_term=cac__a1248__o27&amp;utm_content=medical__a1248__o27"><strong>athleticgreens.com/leaf</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!</strong></p><p><strong>-BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://betterhelp.com/drleaf"><strong>betterhelp.com/drleaf</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>-ButcherBox: ButcherBox is offering our listeners an incredible deal that they've never offered before—Free Chicken for a Year. Get 2 lbs of free-range, organic chicken breasts for free in every order when you sign up at </strong><a href="http://butcherbox.com/DRLEAF"><strong>butcherbox.com/DRLEAF</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>3:30</strong> The new study on depression everyone is talking about</p><p><strong>5:50</strong> How antidepressants really work</p><p><strong>10:00, 29:00</strong> What the drug-centered approach to psychiatry is &amp; why it is so important</p><p><strong>12:00, 16:07</strong> Antidepressants compared with placebo: what we see in the randomized controlled trials data</p><p><strong>18:50</strong> The chemical imbalance myth: why it is so worrying</p><p><strong>20:00</strong> Depression is not as simple as a brain disease</p><p><strong>25:00</strong> Why informed consent is a huge issue in psychiatry</p><p><strong>27:45</strong> Psychiatric drugs are not harmless, which is why it is so important we understand what they do &amp; how they can affect us</p><p><strong>36:50 </strong>Young adults &amp; antidepressants</p><p><strong>40:05, 52:00</strong> Withdrawing from psychiatric drugs</p><p><strong>56:00</strong> Psychedelics &amp; mental health</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I talk about the interconnected mind, as well as the divisions of the mind and what each part does. In learning about how to use our mind to manage our mind, it helps to understand the divisions of the mind and how these relate to the dynamic nature of thoughts. There are basically two ways of managing the mind: reactively, which generally ends up being messy, or proactively, which is how we clean up our mental mess. Developing a lifelong plan that helps you constantly manage thoughts and their impact is part of a proactive and strategic approach. You can even think of this as “preventative” medicine for your brain!</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-difference-between-the-nonconscious-subconscious-conscious-mind</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Caraway: </strong>Visit <a href="http://carawayhome.com/DRLEAF">Carawayhome.com/DRLEAF</a> to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase.</p><p>-<strong>Chime: </strong>Get started at&nbsp;<a href="http://chime.com/drleaf">chime.com/drleaf</a>.&nbsp;Banking services and debit card provided by The Bancorp Bank or Stride Bank, N.A., Members FDIC. Early access to direct deposit funds depends on payer.</p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p>2:44 The different parts of the mind</p><p>6:45 The power of the nonconscious mind</p><p>7:30 How our experiences affect the different parts of the mind</p><p>8:25 How the mind impacts the physical brain &amp; body</p><p>9:13 The different parts of the mind are like a tree in a forest</p><p>10:20 What happens to your mind when you sleep</p><p>11:20 The importance of awareness &amp; mind management</p><p>14:35 Why we need to learn how to listen to the nonconscious mind</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I speak with best-selling author, journalist and mental health advocate <a href="https://www.madinamerica.com/robert-whitaker-new/"><u>Robert Whitaker </u></a>about the myth of the chemical imbalance, the politics of psychiatry and Big Pharma, and why we need to change the way we think and talk about mental health. Whitaker sees his role as a science journalist as someone who is an honest communicator. Science journalism is a public service—it involves presenting real, evidence-based science to the public, not marketing. This role as an honest communicator shaped Whitaker’s work as director of public relations at Harvard medical school, and eventually led him to investigate how medical professionals can delude themselves, how money and business can corrupt medical practice,<strong> </strong>including psychiatry, and the myth of the chemical imbalance</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Article mentioned: https://www.madinamerica.com/2022/08/psychiatry-fraud-and-the-case-for-a-class-action-lawsuit/</p><p><br></p><p>Read the blog and show notes here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-great-psychiatry-fraud</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Nootopia: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to </strong><a href="http://www.nootopia.com/drleafgenius"><u><strong>www.nootopia.com/drleafgenius</strong></u></a><strong> and use drleaf10 during checkout to save 10 percent and get free shipping.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>5:05</strong> Why Robert Whitaker is so passionate about mental health</p><p><strong>6:00</strong> The need for real mental health science, not marketing</p><p><strong>8:13, 30:00</strong> The myth of the chemical imbalance</p><p><strong>9:15 </strong>Whitaker’s amazing book <em>Mad in America </em>&amp; psychiatry’s many delusions</p><p><strong>11:20</strong> How psychiatric drugs can affect people in the long term</p><p><strong>13:12</strong> The recent scientific article that everyone is talking about</p><p><strong>16:00, 44:40</strong> We have all been lied to &amp; it is time to take action</p><p><strong>24:00</strong> Debunking the myth of progress: the WHO study</p><p><strong>27:40, 33:00, 1:12:00</strong> There is hope!</p><p><strong>30:00</strong> Why Robert Whitaker started his organization <em>Mad in America</em></p><p><strong>41:00, 1:20:00</strong> The pathologization of childhood</p><p><strong>46:00</strong> The disease model has made things worse</p><p><strong>55:00</strong> Drug outcomes in real world patients &amp; how psychiatric drugs can impact the brain</p><p><strong>1:08:00</strong> How our experiences can change us mentally &amp; physically</p><p><strong>1:16:20 </strong>What is wrong with the DSM</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this&nbsp;podcast I discuss the difference between enabling and empowering someone. Simply put,&nbsp;<strong>enabling&nbsp;is doing something challenging for someone else, while&nbsp;empowering&nbsp;someone means helping and supporting them as they complete the challenging task</strong>. Think of those school projects you did as a child; enabling is your mom doing the whole project for you, while empowering is your mom helping you do your own school project.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the show blog here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-difference-between-being-patient-vs-enabling-toxic-behavior-how-to-become-a-super-self-regulator</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Apollo Neuroscience: Want to improve your sleep, relaxation, focus, recovery, and mindfulness habits? Try Apollo today! Get $40 off the Apollo wearable at </strong><a href="http://apolloneuro.com/drleaf"><strong>apolloneuro.com/drleaf</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>-Gladskin: Right now, Gladskin is offering my listeners 15% off plus free shipping on your first order at </strong><a href="https://gladskin.com/collections/acne-prone?utm_source=CleaningUpTheMentalMesswDrLeaf&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=q2_2022_podcast"><strong>gladskin.com/DRLEAF</strong></a>.</p><p>-<strong>ZocDoc: Go to </strong><a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/LEAF"><strong>Zocdoc.com/LEAF </strong></a><strong>and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>5:03</strong> What is the difference between enabling and empowering?</p><p><strong>9:40</strong> What is empowerment, and how can you empower a loved one and help them on their healing journey?</p><p><strong>10:00 </strong>Why compassion can lead to empowerment OR enablement, if we are not careful</p><p><strong>10:53</strong> Why emotions are complicated and can lead to “messy” relationships</p><p><strong>11:33 </strong>How do you say “no”?</p><p><strong>12:00</strong> How to mind manage your relationships with the Neurocycle</p><p><strong>13:30</strong> How the Neurocycle can help you make wiser choices and recognize the difference between enabling and empowering</p><p><strong>18:50</strong> Why we need to listen to and learn from our emotions and feelings, even the uncomfortable ones!</p><p><strong>33:39 </strong>Why you cannot fix other people’s problems for them</p><p><strong>35:10</strong> How to empower those you love</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION:&nbsp;In this podcast I speak with therapist <a href="https://therapyforwomencenter.com/">Amanda White</a> about why some people choose not to drink, her new book <a href="https://amandaewhite.com/book"><em>Not Drinking Tonight</em></a>, how to heal your relationship with alcohol, getting to the root issues behind why you drink, and how to build a beautiful, sober life.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the show blog here:&nbsp;https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/amanda-white</p><p><br></p><p>Get Amanda's book here: https://amandaewhite.com/book</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>BiOptimizer’s Magnesium: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf"><strong>http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order.</strong></p><p><strong>-Athletic Greens: All you have to do is visit&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://athleticgreens.com/partner/d35ctoffer-nutrition/en?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=influencer&amp;utm_campaign=drleaf_d35ct__a1248__o27&amp;utm_term=cac__a1248__o27&amp;utm_content=medical__a1248__o27"><strong>athleticgreens.com/leaf</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!</strong></p><p><strong>-Kion: You can now save 20% on monthly deliveries and 10% on one-time purchases. Just go to </strong><a href="http://getkion.com/DRLEAF"><strong>getkion.com/DRLEAF</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>3:30, 4:40, 49:30 </strong>Quitting the binary addiction model</p><p><strong>4:15</strong> Everyone, not just people addicted to drinking, can examine their relationship to alcohol</p><p><strong>8:00</strong> Alcohol abuse is about more than addiction</p><p><strong>13:40</strong> The toxic messages about alcohol use in our society</p><p><strong>15:00</strong> Boundaries are not selfish—they are an important part of mental self-care</p><p><strong>16:15</strong> Having a drink to fall asleep: how can it backfire?</p><p><strong>20:43 </strong>You can recover from alcohol misuse!</p><p><strong>21:30</strong> Amanda’s own struggles with drinking &amp; how she found healing</p><p><strong>31:40</strong> There are different ways to deal with alcohol misuse</p><p><strong>32:33</strong> Tools to find healing &amp; change your relationship with alcohol</p><p><strong>35:30 </strong>The importance of mental self-care &amp; mindfulness: taking care of the future self</p><p><strong>42:50</strong> Why we need to re-think addiction</p><p><strong>46:47</strong> Why we need to move beyond awareness &amp; feelings to find healing</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: Psychopaths: just the word conjures up images of scary, elusive figure intent on doing harm. But is being diagnosed as a psychopath a life sentence? Can they ever change? In this podcast I speak with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_H._Fallon">Dr. James Fallon</a>, neuroscientist, researcher, professor and diagnosed psychopath, about role of nature versus nurture, getting inside the mind of a psychopath, how early childhood trauma can impact our development, the different kinds of empathy, the power of self-awareness and self-regulation, how to turn your weakness into your greatest strength, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/james-fallon</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Noom: Start building better habits for healthier, long-term results.&nbsp;Sign up for your trial at&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.noom.com/programs/health-weight/exsf01/?upv=3&amp;sp=adresults&amp;utm_source=cleaningupthementalmess&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_content=drleaf&amp;type=bakedin&amp;group=audio&amp;step=pros&amp;lang=en&amp;isvanity=y#/"><strong>noom.com/DRLEAF</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>-BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://betterhelp.com/drleaf"><strong>betterhelp.com/drleaf</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>-Nord VPN: Using my link </strong><a href="https://nordvpn.com/cleaningup"><strong>https://nordvpn.com/cleaningup</strong></a><strong> you can receive a huge discount on a 2 year plan + 1 free month. There is literally no risk to you with their 30 day money back guarantee. Give it a try and if you like it, Great! If you don’t, they’ll issue a refund and you can pretend the entire situation never even happened!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>7:10 </strong>How James took his mental health challenges and turned them into his greatest strengths</p><p><strong>10:50</strong> How childhood trauma can affect our genes</p><p><strong>17:30</strong> Why both nature and nurture are important when it comes to our mental health</p><p><strong>22:30</strong> How psychopaths’ brains are different from “normal” brains</p><p><strong>29:35</strong> What is a psychopath?</p><p><strong>39:00</strong> Why we are so fascinated with psychopaths</p><p><strong>49:45</strong> How a sociopath is different from a psychopath</p><p><strong>1:02:00 </strong>How we can use self-regulation and self-awareness to rewire our brains and overcome negative genetic traits</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>SHOW DESCRIPTION: I think we can all agree that freedom of choice is a good thing, but what happens when there are too many choices? In this podcast I speak with author and professor <a href="https://www.ted.com/speakers/barry_schwartz">Barry Schwartz</a> about the paradox of choice, how too many choices causes anxiety, tips to become a better decision maker, how to overcome buyer’s remorse, how our choices affect us mentally and physically, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording add-free, exclusive downloads, live Q&amp;As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p><br></p><p>Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/why-having-too-many-choices-may-be-messing-up-your-mental-health-how-to-become-a-better-decision-maker-and-overcome-buyers-remorse-with-professor-barry-schwartz</p><p><br></p><p>OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:</p><p>-<strong>Kion: You can now save 20% on monthly deliveries and 10% on one-time purchases. Just go to </strong><a href="http://getkion.com/DRLEAF"><strong>getkion.com/DRLEAF</strong></a></p><p><strong>-ZocDoc: Go to </strong><a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/LEAF"><strong>Zocdoc.com/LEAF </strong></a><strong>and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:</p><p><strong>4:25 </strong>Why having less choices is better for our mental health</p><p><strong>9:15 </strong>Why too many choices overwhelm us and leave us dissatisfied</p><p><strong>18:03</strong> How negative choices affects our mental and physical wellbeing</p><p><strong>19:55 </strong>Why being grateful is a habit we need to develop</p><p><strong>29:00</strong> How too many choices affect our ability to choose well</p><p><strong>36:04</strong> How great abundance can lead to depression</p><p><strong>46:52</strong> Is ignorance really bliss?</p><p><strong>50:55</strong> How to overcome decision-making anxiety</p><p><strong>56:11</strong> How to deal with buyer’s remorse</p><p><strong>58:40</strong> How too many choices lead to overthinking</p><p><br></p><p>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:</p><p>-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com</p><p>-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! -</p><p>Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources</p><p>-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-</p><p>-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf</p><p>-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf</p><p>-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf</p><p>*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>