Do you find yourself feeling guilty for taking time off? Or constantly feel like you have to tell people how busy you are in order to feel valued? In this mini episode I discuss why we feel guilty for something our brains and bodies need, how to take effective breaks that will boost mental and brain health, what I do to relax and recharge, and how to avoid burnout. Additional mental health tips and resources:SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!) Special offers from our sponsors: Lola: Get 30% off your $5 Trial Set today. Visit https://www.mylola.com and enter drleaf to redeem your offer! Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips! Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com<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>

In this mini episode I discuss why we often fail to achieve our goals, why focusing on the end goal is not effective, what we should focus on instead, how to correctly deal with failure, and how to manage the mental and physical pain that comes with failure. Additional mental health tips and resources:SWITCH app: https://theswitch.appVisit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!) Special offers from our sponsors: Lola: Get 30% off your $5 Trial Set today. Visit https://www.mylola.com and enter drleaf to redeem your offer!Four SIgmatic: Get 15% off at foursigmatic.com/DRLEAF or use coupon code DRLEAF at checkout  Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips! Instagram: @drcarolineleaf Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf Twitter: @drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com<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>

By now, I am sure you have heard about the dangers of artificial blue light. Almost every day there is a new article talking about how you shouldn’t sleep near your smart phone, or how you should avoid spending more than several hours in a windowless, artificial-lit room, or how you need to be careful how much time you spend in front of a computer screen. Is there any truth to all these warnings? Is artificial blue light really that bad for us? And what is it exactly? Is there anything we do about artificial blue light exposure in today’s 24-hour, technology-centred world?In this episode I interview Andy, the founder of BLUBlox, to discuss what blue light is, how it affects our mental health, and what we can do to protect ourselves. For more information on Andy and BLUBlox visit: https://www.blublox.com. And get 15% off your order with code LEAF15 Additional mental health tips and resources: SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app  Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!) Special offers from our sponsors: To get your free week trial on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription go to: https://blinkist.com/drleaf  Get 15% off your ThirdLove order here: thirdlove.com/drleaf BiOptimizer's Brain Boost Stack Special (Includes the Primergen-M and Primergen-V): Get an additional 20% off from the normal package price with coupon code DRLEAF20: https://www.bioptimizers.com/leafbrain/  Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips! Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleafYoutube: Dr. Caroline Leaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com<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>

This episode is an extract from the interview I did recently on Dr. Ben Edwards's radio show You're the Cure. In this interview we discuss the difference between good stress and bad stress, how to make stress work for you, what quantum physics is and how it impacts our mental health, epigenetic, correct nutrition, and more!  For more on Dr. Ben, how practice, and the full interview visit: https://medical.veritashealthycommunity.com/resources/radio-talk-shows/ Special offers from our sponsors: Joovv: For more info on Joovv and to get your special offer go to: www.joovv.com/drleaf Sunlighten saunas: Get $100 of your order when you mention Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.sunlighten.com/?leadsource=DrCarolineLeaf&utm_source=DrCarolineLeaf&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=DrCarolineLeaf For additional mental health resources: SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!) Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips!Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com<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>

In this episode I discuss how I manage my mind and physical health daily, some simple mind-management tips that help me each day feel my best and do my best, how I manage my mind when traveling, some travel hacks to help you feel your best despite jet lag, how to deal with travel if you fear flying, and more! For additional mental health resources: SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!) Special offers from our sponsors: Kettle & Fire Bone Broth: Get 15% off your entire Kettle & Fire Bone Broth order at Kettleandfire.com/drleaf with code DRLEAFComrad Socks: Get 20% off your order at www.comradsocks.com/drleaf with code DRLEAF Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips!Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com<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>

In this episode I cover a very hot topic: CBD. Joining me are Ret and Adriaan, the co-founders of one of the top CBD companies NED. In this episode we discuss what CBD is, how it's different from weed, how it can help with mental health struggles like anxiety and depression, how to take a CBD oil safely, how CBD can help with physical pain and recovery, if CBD is safe for children, and so much more!  For more on NED and to get 15% off your order + FREE SHIPPING go to: www.helloned.com/drleaf and use code DRLEAF​ For additional mental health resources: SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app  Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!) Special offers from our sponsors: BiOptimizers: Get 10% off your Masszymes order at www.masszymes.com/leaf and enter code DRLEAF10 8Sleep: Get $150 off + free shipping on your Pod at https://eightsleep.com/drleaf  Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips! Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com<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>

In this episode I address one of the main questions I received following the episode I did on depression with my daughter Dominique: how to do the reconceptualizing process. Additional Resources:SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!) Special offers from our sponsors: Ritual Multivitamin: Get 10% off your first three months of Ritual multivitamins at https://ritual.com/?utm_source=arm&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=drleaf Superfat Nut Butters: Get 15% off your entire order at https://www.superfat.com and use code DRLEAF at checkout. Blinkist: To get your free week trial on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription go to: https://blinkist.com/drleaf  Follow me on social media for daily mental self-care tips!Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! For podcast sponsorship inquiries, questions regarding the episode, or topic suggestions please email dominique@drleaf.com<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>

In this episode I interview Dr. Mark Mayfield on how EMDR therapy can benefit those who struggle with PTSD, panic attacks, anxiety, and other mental health issues. We discuss what EDMR is, how to find a specialist, what to know before you start, and more. We also discuss how to help teens who may be suicidal, how to develop stress resilience in your child, how to protect your own mental health as a parent, what NOT to say to teens who are struggling, how to handle substance abuse in children, and so much more! For more information on EMDR and to find a specialist in your area visit: https://www.emdria.org  Dr. Mayfield has extensive experience within the realm of substance abuse (primarily with the adolescent population), doing 10-15 groups a week early in his career. He has worked with gang members in the inner-city of Denver, developed adolescent and family therapy programs working with at-risk youth, provided in-home family therapy and multi-systemic family therapy, and has developed equine facilitated psychotherapy groups for child and adolescent survivors of mental and/or emotional struggles. Dr. Mayfield's doctoral research focused the effects of equine facilitated psychotherapy on veteran survivors with partial or full PTSD.   www.drmayfield.comwww.mayfieldcounseling.comwww.facebook.com/TheDrMayfield/Instagram: drmark24Twitter: @drmarkmayfield  Special offers from our sponsors:Joovv: For more info on Joovv and to get your special offer go to: www.joovv.com/drleafBiOptimizer's Brain Boost Stack Special (Includes the Primergen-M and Primergen-V): Get an additional 20% off from the normal package price with coupon code DRLEAF20: www.bioptimizers.com/leafbrainVeestro: Get free shipping + try the 6 most popular Veestro meals for $49 at: tryveestro.com/drleafComrad Socks:Get 20% off your order at www.comradsocks.com/drleaf with code DRLEAFFour Sigmatic: Get 15% off at foursigmatic.com/DRLEAF or use coupon code DRLEAF at checkout Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)  If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media!<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>

This is an episode all about how to agree to disagree when it politics, and how to protect your mental health during this unstable and divided climate. Rather than fighting it out, this episode will help you learn how to start insightful and educational discussions and conversations around politics, and how to avoid causing more mental distress than necessary. As a society, we have forgotten how to argue and disagree in a civil way. This is causing untold stress and anger, and affecting many people’s relationships. So, in this episode, I give you 8 tips to help you successfully navigate conversations with someone who has a different political opinion, and how to protect your mental health and relationships. For additional mental health resources, tips, and techniques visit my website drleaf.com AND sign up for my weekly newsletter where I share exclusive tips, mental health boosting meal recipes and more!  Special offers from our sponsors: Kettle & Fire: Get up to 30% off ALL Kettle & Fire products (+ FREE shipping on all orders) and a free mystery gift at https://offers.kettleandfire.com/bfcm-2019/?afmc=drleaf Superfat Nut Butters: Get 15% off your entire order at Superfat.com and use code DRLEAF at checkout.  Follow me on social media for daily mental health care tips and techniques! -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf<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>

We have all heard how technology disrupts our sleep, and how a lack of sleep can and will affect our mental and physical health. Well, in this episode I interview Matteo, the founder of 8Sleep, on how we can actually use technology to solve sleeping problems and how we can use temperature to improve sleep fitness and quality. Matteo also shares additional tips on how to fall asleep fast and stay asleep.  For more info on 8Sleep and to get $150 off your order + free shipping visit: https://eightsleep.com/drleaf For additional resources, tips, and techniques visit drleaf.com and sign up for my weekly newsletter where I include my event schedule, recipes to boost brain and mental health, and so much more!  Special offers from our sponsors: Blinkist:To get your free week trial on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription go to: https://blinkist.com/drleaf Get 15% off your ThirdLove order here: thirdlove.com/drleaf Follow me on social media! -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf<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>

In this episode I interview Dr. Josh Axe on the Keto Diet, essential oils, leaky gut syndrome, how to improve our gut health and brain health, how he manages his mental health, ancient medicine, and so much more!  For more on Dr. Josh Axe follow him on social media @drjoshaxe. His new book THE COLLAGEN DIET will be out Dec 31 and is available now for pre-order: https://draxe.com/the-collagen-diet-by-dr-josh-axe/?utm_source=promotional&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20191015_collagendietbook_promo. You can also pre-order his Keto cookbook here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316427187/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_I6w0DbFVY90TG For additional resources head to drleaf.com and be sure to sign up for my weekly email to receive mental self-care tips and techniques as well as special offers and more!  Special offers from our sponsors: Comrad Socks: Get 20% off your order at www.comradsocks.com/drleaf with code DRLEAF Feals CBD: Get 50% off your order at feals.com/drleaf. Have questions about CBD? Feals has a free hotline and text message support to help guide your personal experience. New 21 Day Brain Detox program: https://theswitch.app Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf<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>

In this special episode I sit down (via Skype!) with my producer, and daughter, Dominique to discuss depression. Dominique shares her struggles with depression, the triggers, how she recovered and manages her mental health now, and how others can help a friend or family member who is struggling with depression.*This podcast was done via Skype so audio quality may be a little scratchy* Additional Resources: SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Blogs, books, and more tips: https://drleaf.com Special offers from our sponsors: Get 20% off your Pique Tea order and FREE shipping at: https://piquetea.life/drleaf BiOptimizer's Brain Boost Stack Special (Includes the Primergen-M and Primergen-V): Get an additional 20% off from the normal package price with coupon code DRLEAF20: www.bioptimizers.com/leafbrain Get 10% off your first three months of Ritual multivitamins at ritual.com/DRLEAF Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf If you have a personal story/testimony you would like to share, or questions on this podcast or on the topics of depression and anxiety you would like answered in a follow up episode email dominique@drleaf.com. And don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!<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>

Being an entrepreneur is tough. Burnout, loneliness, constant failure... the list goes on. As someone who started my own company I know first hand how hard and painful it can be. So in this episode I sit down (via Skype!) with serial entrepreneur Mark Metry to discuss how to protect your mental health when starting a company, how to overcome social anxiety, how to recognize what is holding you back and how to turn that into a driving force for change and success. For more information on Mark go to: https://www.markmetry.com and stay tuned for his upcoming book “Social Anxiety No More”!https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-metryInstagram.com/markmetryTwitter.com/markymetry Additional Resources: New 21 Day Brain Detox app: https://theswitch.app For more tips and free resources be sure to subscribe to my weekly email at https://drleaf.comYou will also get a bonus gift and 15% off your online order when you subscribe today. Special offers from our sponsors: Blinkist:To get your free week trial on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription go to: https://blinkist.com/drleaf Veestro: Get free shipping + try the 6 most popular Veestro meals for $49 at: tryveestro.com/drleaf Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf<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>

Why are there some people who just seem to always be happy no matter what? What is their secret? Today, people are obsessed with achieving happiness yet people seem to be more and more depressed and anxious. I did some digging, and combined with my work in private practice and clinical research, I noticed a few mental habits the happiest people have in common. In this episode I discuss 3 mental self-care habits of the happiest people, and how to apply these habits in your life. For more tips and free resources be sure to subscribe to my weekly email at https://drleaf.comYou will also get a bonus gift and 15% off your online order when you subscribe today. NEW 21 Day Brain Detox app: https://theswitch.app For more info on the possibilities mindset and thinker mindset check out my book THINK LEARN SUCCEED available on drleaf.com, Amazon, Audible, Kindle, and wherever books are sold! Special Offers from our Sponsors: BiOptimizer's Brain Boost Stack Special (Includes the Primergen-M and Primergen-V): Get an additional 20% off from the normal package price with coupon code DRLEAF20: www.bioptimizers.com/leafbrain Sunlighten Sauna special: Get $100 of your order when you mention Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.sunlighten.com/?leadsource=DrCarolineLeaf&utm_source=DrCarolineLeaf&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=DrCarolineLeaf Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf<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>

In this episode I share one of my secrets to keeping my brain and body healthy and toxin-free: infrared saunas! This episode covers everything from the different types in saunas, how they benefit our mental and physical health, how to best use a sauna, if it's safe for children, how saunas can help with cancer and joint pain, and so much more! Special guest: Alicia Botyrius. For more tips and free resources be sure to subscribe to my weekly email at https://drleaf.comYou will also get a bonus gift and 15% off your online order when you subscribe today. NEW 21 Day Brain Detox app: https://theswitch.app Have questions about Sunlighten Saunas? Email Alicia at alicia@sunlighten.com. AND you can get $100 off any sauna when you mention Dr Caroline Leaf: https://www.sunlighten.com/?leadsource=DrCarolineLeaf&utm_source=DrCarolineLeaf&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=DrCarolineLeaf Special Offers from our Sponsors: Four Sigmatic 15% discount link: foursigmatic.com/DRLEAF or use coupon code DRLEAF at checkout Get up to 20% off your Pique Tea order and FREE shipping: https://piquetea.life/drleaf BiOptimizer's Brain Boost Stack Special (Includes the Primergen-M and Primergen-V): Get an additional 20% off from the normal package price with coupon code DRLEAF20: www.bioptimizers.com/leafbrain Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf<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>

Yes you read that right: swearing can be good for your mental health! How? Listen to find out! Special offers from our sponsors: Get 15% off your entire Kettle & Fire Bone Broth order at Kettleandfire.com/drleaf with code DRLEAF For more info on Joovv and to get your special offer go to: www.joovv.com/drleaf Veestro offers free shipping on all orders, and right now, you can try the 6 most popular Veestro meals for just $49 when you go to: tryveestro.com/drleaf  NEW 21 Day Brain Detox/SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

Tea is one of the most nutrient dense drinks on this planet, and filled with compounds and chemicals that are natural mental health and happiness boosters. Unfortunately, most tea sold on the market today is not pure, healthy, or even safe. So in this episode I interview Pique Tea founder and CEO Simon Cheng on how to find the best quality tea, the brain and mental health benefits of tea, how best to drink tea to get the full benefits, how many cups of tea we should drink a day, and so much more!  For more info on Pique Tea and to get 10% off the Fall Favorites Collection use the code 'DRLEAF'  at https://piquetea.life/drleaf_ff -2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com -NEW 21 Day Brain Detox/SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app -Special Offers from our Sponsor: -To get your free week trial on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription go to: https://blinkist.com/drleaf  -Get 15% off your ThirdLove order here: thirdlove.com/drleaf  -For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf -Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

In this podcast I interview Judge Shelyna Brown and Lori Volkman, JD on the current state of the mental health legal system, how it's failing to help those touched by this system, and what we can do about it. This podcast is vital to anyone who works in the legal profession, has a family member or friend in the system, or for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of what is going on and how to help make a difference in this world! Judge Shelyna Brown and Lori Volkman also share some helpful tips on how they manage their mental health and how to start getting your community involved in mental health initiatives. Judge Shelyna Brown and Lori Volkman will both be guest speakers at my 2019 mental health summit in Dallas, TX. For more details on this event and to register go to: https://drleafconference.com Additional resources:-Clickable national map of laws related to involuntary hospitalizations. This site is pro-hospitalization, calling for increased beds, but it has a good summary for laws in every state and advocates for us to decriminalize the mental health system. https://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/browse-by-state -State by state standards that actually lists the language of the state laws, as it applies to involuntary hospitalization. https://mentalillnesspolicy.org/national-studies/state-standards-involuntary-treatment.html -21 Day Brain Detox/SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app -Special Offers from our Sponsor: -For more info on Joovv and to get your special offer go to: www.joovv.com/drleaf -Get a FREE bottle of BiOptimizer P3OM Probiotics at www.p3om.com/leaffree with code leaffreep3om-Get 20% off your order of BiOptimizers: www.bioptimizers.com/drleafCoupon code: DRLEAF20 -For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf -Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)Bios: The Honorable Shelyna V. Brown is a sought-after presenter, panelist, and trainer with over two decades of experience in the legal and leadership arenas. From a young age, growing up in a marginalized community, she saw first-hand the challenges and obstacles that those with similar backgrounds encountered in society. She came to the realization that in order to change the outcome, one had to have a place and a voice at the table.Upon graduating from law school, Judge Brown served as a public defender fighting for all those who did not traditionally have a voice—the low income, the immigrant, those suffering from mental health challenges, anyone who did not have access to their constitutional right of appropriate representation. She argued several high-profile cases that were noted in the media and written about in local and regional publications. In 2011, California Governor Jerry Brown appointed Shelyna V. Brown to the bench in Santa Clara County.Judge Brown has served on several boards and has been recognized for her excellence in advocacy and praised for her contributions to the community. She was awarded numerous honors and accolades, including Excellence in Advocacy from the 100 Black Women of Silicon Valley, the Ivy Rose Foundation named her the first recipient of the Distinguished Women of Silicon Valley Awards, and the Silicon Valley Business Journal listed her as one of the 100 Women of Influence. Judge Brown was honored by the Silicon Valley NAACP with the Wester Sweet Award for Legal Activism, she is the most recent recipient of the Santa Clara Law School Social Justice and Human Rights Award, and she received a Congressional Commendation from Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren.From nonprofits to universities to global corporations including Stanfo<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>

I am sure you have asked yourself many times why you keep making the same wrong decision. I know I have! So in this episode I discuss the 4 main reasons we make bad decisions, how to stop making the wrong decisions, how to become a proactive decision maker, and how to re-train your brain to make better decisions. -Additional resources and books mentioned:https://drleaf.com -2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com -SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app -Special Offers from our Sponsor: -Get up to 20% off your Pique Tea order and FREE shipping: https://piquetea.life/drleaf -To get your free week trial on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription go to: https://blinkist.com/drleaf -For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf -Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

Do you struggle to fall asleep, or stay asleep at night? We've all been there. Tossing and turning, anxiety levels rising.... Maybe you have tried every trick in the book to help but nothing seems to be working or sustainable. In this episode I discuss the one secret to guaranteed better sleep! 2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com To purchase the books and programs mentioned in this podcast: https://drleaf.com/collections/all (Also available on Kindle, Audible, Amazon, and wherever books are sold!) SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Offers from our sponsors:-Four Sigmatic 15% discount link: foursigmatic.com/DRLEAF or use coupon code DRLEAF at checkout -For more info on Joovv and to get your special offer go to: www.joovv.com/drleaf For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com Instagram: @drcarolineleaf Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf Twitter: @drcarolineleaf Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

Listen to the full interview I did recently on the Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast! I really enjoyed doing this interview and hope you find it helpful and insightful!Topics covered:-How our thoughts physically impact our brains and bodies-The role of genetics in mental health-How memories and habits are formed-The conscious and non-conscious mind-What diet should you be following?-Why failure is good-And more!!Shownotes: melanieavalon.com/switchMelanie's website: melanieavalon.com/podcast  Special offers from our sponsors: Kettle & Fire special offer: go to Kettleandfire.com/drleaf for 15% off your entire order. Get 15% off your ThirdLove order here: thirdlove.com/drleaf-2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Instagram: @drcarolineleafFacebook: Dr. Caroline LeafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

In this episode I discuss why I believe the self-help industry is doing more harm than good, and how it is contributing to the loneliness epidemic and increasing rates of suicide. In the second half of this episode I discuss how to overcome, or help someone else overcome, feelings of loneliness and isolation, and what self-help should look like. Kettle & Fire special offer: go to Kettleandfire.com/drleaf for 15% off your entire order. Four Sigmatic 15% discount link: foursigmatic.com/DRLEAF or use coupon code DRLEAF at checkout 2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com*CONFERENCE PRICES INCREASE SEPTEMBER 16! For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Instagram: @drcarolineleaf Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf Twitter: @drcarolineleaf Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

The gut and brain are closely connected, so when your gut is unhealthy your brain and mental health may suffer. But with the right knowledge you can easily improve your gut health and boost your mental health! So in this episode I discuss how to repair & boost your gut health which will boost your mental health, how to improve overall digestion, and so much more. Joining me in the studio is Wade Lightheart from BiOptimizers. For more info on the gut/brain connection, and what and how to eat to improve your physical and mental health check out my book Think and Eat Yourself Smart: https://drleaf.com/collections/books/products/think-eat-yourself-smart. And be sure to check out my 63 Days to Think and Eat Yourself Smart online course: https://thinkandeatsmart.com For more info on BiOptimizers and to get your special offer go to: https://www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf Kettle & Fire special offer: go to Kettleandfire.com/drleaf for 15% off your entire order. 2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Instagram: @drcarolineleaf Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf Twitter: @drcarolineleaf Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

We have all experienced those moments of panic when we feel ourselves going into total shutdown mode. It can happen unexpectedly, and often at night. So what do can you do in the moment to help yourself calm down and regain control? And how do you prevent these panic attacks from happening again? In this episode I discuss what panic attacks are, why they happen, how to deal with one in the moment, and how to prevent them in the future.-SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app-Four Sigmatic 15% discount link: foursigmatic.com/DRLEAF or use coupon code DRLEAF at checkout-To get started with your Joovv device and receive your special gift at checkout go to: www.joovv.com/drleaf-2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com-For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf-Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>

In this episode I interview Wes from Joovv on all things red light therapy, what it is, how it can help with our memory and cognition, and how it can improve our mood, sleep, and so much more!-For more info on Joovv and to get your special offer go to: www.joovv.com/drleaf-To get your free week on Blinkist go to: https://blinkist.com/drleaf-Four Sigmatic 15% discount link: foursigmatic.com/drleaf  or use coupon code DRLEAF at checkout-2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com-For more info on my research project and to donate: https://www.drleafresearch.com-SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf-Visit my website at drleaf.com for more resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! And be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get even more mental self-care tips delivered to your inbox weekly and to see my upcoming events (you can sign up at drleaf.com!)<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>