Hi! I’m Dr. Caroline Leaf. I’m a cognitive neuroscientist, author, & mental health expert. Whether you are struggling in your personal life or simply want to learn how to understand and use your mind to live your best life, this podcast will provide you with practical & scientific tips and tools to help you take back control over your mental, emotional, and physical health. Visit: https://drleaf.com*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advi ...
…
continue reading
1
This ONE phrase could be holding you back
1:03:43
1:03:43
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
1:03:43
In this podcast I share the one phrase that may be limiting your growth and slowing down your healing. I also share what to say instead, and how to frame words so they don't negatively affect your mental health. Register for my annual New Years Brain Detox Challenge here: https://drleaf.com/pages/brain-detox-challenge Sponsors making this episode p…
…
continue reading
1
One thing to supercharge relationships
43:23
43:23
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
43:23
Felling a relationship lull? In this episode I share my favourite and most effective tip to supercharge any relationships. Register for my annual New Years Brain Detox Challenge here: https://drleaf.com/pages/brain-detox-challenge Sponsors making this episode possible: -ZocDoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/LEAF and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start …
…
continue reading
1
6 strategies to stop fights before they begin
17:17
17:17
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
17:17
Register for my annual New Years Brain Detox Challenge here: https://drleaf.com/pages/brain-detox-challenge In this episode I share 6 scientific and effective strategies to stop fights before they begin. These helped me, and hopefully will help you avoid so much unnecessary pain! Sponsors making this episode possible: -BETTERHELP: Become your own s…
…
continue reading
1
3 Science-backed habits to improve & protect your mental health
44:50
44:50
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
44:50
In this episode I interview my good friend, best-selling author, and top podcast host Shawn Stevenson about: The #1 exercise that's clinically proven to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Understand the critical connection between sleep quality and mental health. Learn which nutrients to prioritize daily to protect your mental and metabolic…
…
continue reading
1
5 steps to overcome procrastination
59:36
59:36
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
59:36
In this episode I interview Certified Neurocycle Facilitator Elana Van Deventer on how to end the cycle of procrastination by finding the root issue, and creating better and more sustainable time-management habits. Contact Elana: https://www.instagram.com/elanavdeventer/?hl=en To watch this episode ad-free, and many other webinars to help you on yo…
…
continue reading
1
Evidence-based tips to prevent dementia
30:26
30:26
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
30:26
In this episode I share some life-saving tips and scientific strategies to help prevent dementia, and reduce the symptoms. Listen to the full episode ad-free on the Neurocycle app here: https://www.neurocycle.app Sponsors making this show possible: -BETTERHELP: Become your own soulmate, whether you’re looking for one or not. Visit BetterHelp.com/dr…
…
continue reading
1
How to START changing for the better
57:41
57:41
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
57:41
In this episode I interview Neurocycle Facilitator Dawn Wiliams on how to START taking the steps towards healing, and how to use the Neurocycle program to guide your healing journey. To work with Dawn visit: https://www.fourcscounseling.com/ To get the Neurocycle app visit: https://www.neurocycle.app/ Sponsors making this show possible: -PURITY WOO…
…
continue reading
1
The Trap of "I’ll Be Happy When..."
31:31
31:31
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
31:31
In this episode I explain what the arrival fallacy is, how it could be holding you back from finding peace, and how to break free from this fallacy! To listen to the full episode (plus hundreds more webinars and resources to help you live your happiest life) AD-FREE download the Neurocycle app here: https://www.neurocycle.app/ Sponsors making this …
…
continue reading
In this episode I interview Certified Neurocycle Facilitator Brenda Kennison about: How to use the Neurocycle method to identify the root of addiction and start healing Identifying & unlearning harmful behaviours How the Neurocycle method can help you define your identity Healing childhood trauma Creating the sober life you want And more! To work w…
…
continue reading
1
Actually, you can catch up on sleep and here's how
30:07
30:07
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
30:07
In this episode I challenge the assumption that we can't catch up on sleep, and share some tips on how to get the rest you need even when you don't have a lot of time! Listen to the full episode AD-FREE on the Neurocycle app at: https://www.neurocycle.app Sponsors making this show possible: -BiOptimizers Mushroom Breakthrough. For an exclusive offe…
…
continue reading
1
Finding the strength to persevere (with Ryan Zofay)
45:17
45:17
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
45:17
Ryan’s story is truly inspiring. Despite facing challenges like addiction, incarceration, and dropping out of school in the 7th grade, he persevered, eventually graduating high school. Today, with 22 years of sobriety under his belt, he started We Level Up, a 9-figure drug and alcohol rehab business that employs over 600 people and impacts more tha…
…
continue reading
In this episode I explain how to use the Neurocycle to unwire harmful beliefs about self-worth, and how to use this system to rewire your brain to build healthy new habits around self-confidence and image. I also share some fascinating science on how thoughts are formed to help you better understand what is going on in your brain and how it affects…
…
continue reading
1
Your Mind's Many Voices: Richard Schwartz on the Power of Internal Family Systems
58:58
58:58
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
58:58
In this episode I interview Richard C Schwartz, the creator of Internal Family Systems (IFS). IFS is a highly effective, evidence-based therapeutic model that de-pathologizes the multipart personality. We discuss: How he came to develop this system and how it is helping millions around the world How the mind is naturally multiple and that is a good…
…
continue reading
In this episode I explain the difference between a perception and a perspective, and how they can impact our mental wellbeing in different ways. I also discuss: How to shape your perception in a healing direction using your perspective How unmanaged perception can negatively hurt your mind and body How to use the Neurocycle method to create sustain…
…
continue reading
1
Healing Body Image Struggles
1:00:10
1:00:10
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
1:00:10
In this episode I chat with Neurocycle Facilitator Christie O'Brien about: Identifying the root of body image issues and eating disorders How to find sustainable heal thing using the Neurocycle method How to rewire your brain in 63 days To work with Christy visit: https://www.christieobrien.com/neurocycle.html Get the Neurocycle app here: https://w…
…
continue reading
1
Healing marriages using the Neurocycle method
1:01:47
1:01:47
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
1:01:47
In this episode I interview Certified Neurocycle Facilitator Lauren Carreras about: Identifying hidden issues in your marriage + how to begin healing these issues How to use the Neurocycle to heal yourself so you can heal relationships How to organise the mental mess in your mind to make sense out of chaotic thoughts To work with Lauren visit: http…
…
continue reading
1
Using your dreams to heal grief and trauma
38:46
38:46
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
38:46
In this exciting episode I interview lucid dreaming expert Charlie Morley on: What lucid dreaming is and how to use it to heal trauma What your dreams are telling you The science of nightmares Using lucid dreaming to treat PTSD How to direct nightmares to your benefit Using lucid dreams to heal grief Sponsors making this show possible: -BetterHelp:…
…
continue reading
1
Glimmers: The opposite of triggers + how to find them
17:47
17:47
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
17:47
To watch the full episode ad-free download the Neurocycle app (and you will get access to hundreds of live webinars and a massive library of content!). Get the app here: https://www.neurocycle.app/ In this episode I explain what glimmers are, and how these micro-moments can radically change your life and make you you happier. I also share how to em…
…
continue reading
1
How to rest when you're a workaholic
23:28
23:28
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
23:28
To watch the full episode ad-free download the Neurocycle app (and you will get access to hundreds of live webinars and a massive library of content!). Get the app here: https://www.neurocycle.app/ In this episode I share some helpful tips on how to actually rest and relax while taking time off on vacation, or even just on the weekends or after wor…
…
continue reading
In this episode I interview psychotherapist Israa Nasir about all things toxic productivity: the signs and how to heal from it. We also discuss: Productivity isn’t about managing time, but rather how you manage your emotions A radical reimagining of what productivity means Dynamics that keep us constantly busy, but never satisfied such as; self-wor…
…
continue reading
1
How to upgrade your brain (with Jim Kwik)
33:22
33:22
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
33:22
In this episode I interview NYT bestselling author, memory coach, and good friend Jim Kwik on: How to identify limits in your life and remove them How to cultivate sustainable motivation How to create healthy habits How to learn things fast And so much more! Begin your healing journey with Neurocycle, the app that helps you heal: https://www.neuroc…
…
continue reading
In this episode I share some signs you are dealing with an energy vampire (someone who drains all your energy), and how to navigate these kinds of people in your life. Full video Ad-free on my Neurocycle app here: https://www.neurocycle.app/ Sponsors making this podcast possible: -Betterhelp: Become your own soulmate, whether you’re looking for one…
…
continue reading
1
This One Simple Change in Your Social Life Will Transform Your Mental Health
38:39
38:39
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
38:39
In this episode I interview Mario Hernandez, the founder of Knobl. Knobl is an incredible app, and one that I absolutely love. It's an app created to help amplify social engagement and impact, for companies and individuals. In this episode Mario and I discuss how community outreach and community involvement can help improve your mental health, how …
…
continue reading
1
The "21 days to build a habit" misconception
18:33
18:33
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
18:33
In this episode I break down major misconceptions about habits and give you scientific strategies for building long-lasting ones. I debunk the myth of the 21 days and so much more! To listen to the full episode ad free, and to start building sustainable habits in your life download the Neurocycle app today: https://www.neurocycle.app/ 🚨Get 15% OFF …
…
continue reading
1
Tapping to heal trauma, PTSD, and physical health struggles (With Dawson Church)
57:32
57:32
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
57:32
In this interview I interview bestselling author and renown scientist Dawson Church on how gene expression is influenced by emotions, how to cultivate peak states so our brains rapidly rewire themselves for happiness, and how to use Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT acupressure tapping) to manage trauma, PTSD, and physical health struggles. Dawson …
…
continue reading
1
How to use boredom to make you smarter and healthier
18:51
18:51
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
18:51
To watch the full episode ad-free (and hundreds of other webinars!), download the Neurocycle app here: https://www.neurocycle.app/ In this episode I explain what boredom does in your brain, and how to harness it in the right direction so it increases your brain health and intelligence! 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: https://drleaf.com 📫 250…
…
continue reading
1
Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief (with David Kessler)
47:11
47:11
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
47:11
Download Neurocycle, the app that helps you heal and stay healed: https://www.neurocycle.app/ In this episode I interview David Kessler, one of the world’s foremost experts on grief and loss. We discuss the stages of grief, how anger can actually be a good thing while grieving, how to begin moving though grief, and so much more. His experience with…
…
continue reading
1
Catching Unkindness Before It Harms You
32:56
32:56
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
32:56
Download Neurocycle, the app that helps you heal and stay healed: https://www.neurocycle.app/ In this episode I share some tips on how to cultivate kindness, keep the spark alive in relationships, and how to find the root of unkindness to prevent it harming your mental and physical health. 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: https://drleaf.com 📫…
…
continue reading
1
Breaking cycle of low energy, anxiety, and fear by harnessing the power of your heart (with Kimberly Snyder)
58:55
58:55
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
58:55
Download Neurocycle, the app that helps you heal and stay healed: https://www.neurocycle.app/ Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and stuck in a cycle of low energy, anxiety, and fear? There is a powerful, often overlooked solution to these challenges: the hidden power within your heart. For centuries, ancient wisdom has recognized the …
…
continue reading
In this podcast I explain the dangers of glorifying working long hours, what it does to your brain and body, and how to correct + protect your health and peace. To listen to the FULL episode ad-free download the Neurocycle app! To get the app visit: https://www.neurocycle.app Article mentioned: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/wor…
…
continue reading
In this podcast, I share how to spot a master manipulator, and how to manage these interactions to protect your peace and mental health .You can watch the full podcast AD-FREE on the Neurocycle app! To download the app just look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Google Play. Or visit: https://www.neurocycle.app Thank you to our sponsors for maki…
…
continue reading
1
Empowering Vs. Enabling Toxic Behavior
40:21
40:21
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
40:21
SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I discuss the difference between enabling and empowering someone. Simply put, enabling is doing something challenging for someone else, while empowering someone means helping and supporting them as they complete the challenging task. Think of those school projects you did as a child; enabling is your mom doing the …
…
continue reading
1
Breaking free from people-pleasing
30:41
30:41
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
30:41
In this podcast, I share the difference between peace-keeping and people-pleasing, the signs you are in toxic people-pleasing mode, and how to break free and find peace. You can watch the full podcast AD-FREE on the Neurocycle app! To download the app just look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Google Play. Or visit: https://www.neurocycle.app Tha…
…
continue reading
1
Harnessing Anger: Transforming Rage into Insight
24:15
24:15
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
24:15
In this episode I share some tips on how to better understand anger, how to learn from it, and how to make it helpful and not harmful. To watch the full episode AD-FREE download the Neurocycle app! Just look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Google Play, or visit: https://www.neurocycle.app Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possibl…
…
continue reading
1
Ending the cycle of bad relationships + navigating divorce
39:07
39:07
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
39:07
In this episode, I interview Karen McMahon, Certified High Conflict Divorce Strategist and Founder of Journey Beyond Divorce. We talk about how codependency is a magnet for disordered and dysfunctional relationships and the secret to attracting healthier partners, and how to overcome pain, isolation and self doubt as you negotiate your divorce sett…
…
continue reading
You've rested but you still feel tired all the time. Why? In this episode I explain why you may still be struggling with low energy even though you slept your recommended daily amount. I also share the signs of fatigue you may be missing. And I give tips to help you feel rested AND restored. Listen to the full epsideo AD-FREE on the Neurocycle app!…
…
continue reading
1
Finding your courage to do the hard and crazy things
1:00:55
1:00:55
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
1:00:55
What is courage? How do you find the strength to do more, or less when everything just seems too much? In this episode I explore this and more with Jean-Philippe Courtois, the Executive Vice President and President of Microsoft Global Sales, and the co-founder of Live for Good, a French association that aims to help young leaders develop their soci…
…
continue reading
In this podcast I talk about how uncontrolled regret can affect us mentally and physically, and what we can do to learn how to manage our regrets and make them work for us and not against us. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see Neurocycle.app or look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Go…
…
continue reading
1
How to rebuild your life after trauma and heartbreak
49:02
49:02
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
49:02
In this podcast I talk to bestselling author Brianna Madia about living a life of intention, getting lost on purpose, what it means to be brave, rebuilding your life from scratch, and so much more! Sponsors helping make this podcast possible: -BUTCHERBOX: Sign up for ButcherBox today by going to Butcherbox.com/drleaf and use code drleaf at checkout…
…
continue reading
In this podcast I talk about the 100% happiness fallacy, and why learning how how to embrace your pain and rewrite your story is an important part of being truly happy. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see Neurocycle.app or look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Google Play. Does it feel…
…
continue reading
1
Confronting the “good girl” trap with Elise Loehnen
55:51
55:51
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
55:51
In this podcast I talk to bestselling author and podcast host Elise Loehnen about being a woman in today’s world, the price we as women pay to be “good” and “on our best behavior”, how this impacts our mental wellbeing, and so much more! Sponsors helping make this podcast possible: -Apollo Neuro: To get $50 off your device, just go to apolloneuro.c…
…
continue reading
1
Screen time is not as bad as we think
21:33
21:33
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
21:33
In this podcast I talk about screen time, sleep and what the research really tells us about technology use before bed. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see Neurocycle.app look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Google Play. As technology advances, our sleep duration decreases. Or, so we h…
…
continue reading
In this podcast I talk to Stanford neurosurgeon, neuroscientist, compassion researcher, inventor, entrepreneur, NY Times bestselling author and philanthropist James R. Doty about how simple acts of kindness can change our lives, how we all can make a difference in the world, the power of compassion, the true power of manifestation, and so much more…
…
continue reading
In this podcast I talk about how adverse childhood experiences can make us focus on the negative, and how we can manage this and heal the mind, brain and body. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see Neurocycle.app look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Google Play. Our sponsors helping mak…
…
continue reading
1
Amino acids & mental health: the surprising connection
44:05
44:05
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
44:05
In this podcast I talk to Angelo Keely, co-founder and CEO of Kion Aminos, about the role protein plays in our mental and physical health, why amino acids are important, and how to strengthen your mind, brain, and body and increase your longevity! After a near-death experience in his late teens, Angelo decided that taking charge of his own health s…
…
continue reading
1
Signs you are too hard on yourself
27:03
27:03
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
27:03
In this podcast I talk about why being hard on yourself can cause unnecessary stress, how to manage your self-expectations, and how to receive self-pressure. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see Neurocycle.app. Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -BETTERHELP: Become your own …
…
continue reading
In this podcast I talk to linguist, bestselling author and podcast host Amanda Montell about how cognitive biases impact the way we think about and show up in the world, how easy it is to fall into magical thinking, how impactful our perceptions are, why we tend to stay in bad relationships, and so much more! Our sponsors helping make this episode …
…
continue reading
1
3 mindsets to unlock resilience & mental toughness
22:11
22:11
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
22:11
In this podcast I talk about 3 mindsets that will strengthen your mental resilience so that you are not blindsided by life! This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see Neurocycle.app. Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -Purity Woods: Go to puritywoods.com/DRLEAF or enter code DRLEA…
…
continue reading
In this podcast I talk to internist, bestselling author and speaker Dr. Robin Berzin about the relationship between GI health and the mind, why so many people feel gaslit by traditional medicine, the power of functional medicine, what is wrong with women’s health, why we need to change the way we manage our mental and physical health, and so much m…
…
continue reading
1
The dangers of black & white thinking
21:53
21:53
Afspil senere
Afspil senere
Lister
Like
Liked
21:53
In this podcast I talk about how to move beyond black and white thinking and expand your mind. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see Neurocycle.app. Have you ever caught yourself thinking that there is only a right or wrong way think, with no in-between? This is called black and white thin…
…
continue reading