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The Dr. Leaf Show

Dr. Caroline Leafdrleaf.com
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 advice. Please consult with your personal physician if you have any personal medical questions.

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Episodes

Help! I’m so tired all the time

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 ! Just look for Neurocycle on the App Store or Google Play, or visit: https://www.neurocycle.app Sponsors helping make this podcast possible: -Kion: S...

Jul 29, 202423 min

Finding your courage to do the hard and crazy things

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 social or environmental projects. Sponsors helping make this podcast possible: -PURITY WOODS: Purity Woods is currently offering 17% off sitewide but we h...

Jul 25, 20241 hr 1 min

Moving Though Regret

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 Google Play. Unmanaged regret can make us feel like we are truly wading through a swamp with no end in sight. It is one of those emotions that is so cri...

Jul 22, 202425 min

How to rebuild your life after trauma and heartbreak

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 and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every box for an entire year, plus get $20 off! -BIRCH: If you're looking...

Jul 18, 202449 min

It's ok not to be ok!

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 to you like you must be happy all the time? Often, it feels like happiness and being positive is touted as the wonder drug to solve our problems. It ...

Jul 01, 202429 min

Confronting the “good girl” trap with Elise Loehnen

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.com/drleaf . Elise is also the author of the New York Times bestseller On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good ....

Jun 27, 202456 min

Screen time is not as bad as we think

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 have been told. But, are these two phenomena directly connected? And does this apply to all age groups? When it comes to our circadian rhythm, is scree...

Jun 24, 202422 min

The science of manifestation

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!Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -PURITY WOODS: Go to puritywoods.com/DRLEAF or enter code DRLEAF at checkout for an additional 10% o...

Jun 20, 202452 min

Healing childhood trauma

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 make this episode possible: -Apollo Neuro: If you also want to say goodbye to stress in the new year, check out Apollo! To get $50 off your device, just ...

Jun 17, 202425 min

Amino acids & mental health: the surprising connection

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 should play an integral role in his life. He eventually started a new business based on his own experiences and his passion to help people improve the...

Jun 13, 202444 min

Signs you are too hard on yourself

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 soulmate, whether you’re looking for one or not. Visit BetterHelp.com/drleaf today to get 10% off your first month. 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle her...

Jun 10, 202427 min

The Age of Magical Overthinking

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 possible: 0BUTCHER BOX: Sign up for ButcherBox today by going to Butcherbox.com/DRLEAF and use code DRLEAF at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-i...

Jun 06, 202446 min

3 mindsets to unlock resilience & mental toughness

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 DRLEAF at checkout for an additional 10% off your first order. 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drleaf.com 📫 250,000+ read my free newslet...

Jun 03, 202422 min

Prescription for Happiness

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 more! Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -ZocDoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/Leaf and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-ra...

May 30, 202439 min

The dangers of black & white thinking

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 thinking, and even though it’s pretty common, it can make us feel frustrated and stuck. Life exists on a spectrum , which means that sometimes we have to...

May 27, 202422 min

Why do we stay in bad relationships? + how to get out of them

In this podcast I talk to NYT bestselling author, speaker and relationship expert Matthew Hussey about how to stop your internal fears from sabotaging your relationships, learning how to express your needs to others, taking control of your relationship with your own life, and so much more! Get Matthew's book here: https://matthewhussey.com/love-life-book/Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -Purity Woods: Go to puritywoods.com/DRLEAF or enter code DRLEAF at checkout for an additional...

May 23, 20241 hr 9 min

3 Tips to Reduce Anxiety

In this podcast I talk about the 3 ways to manage anxiety and make it work for you rather than against you. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free , please see Neurocycle.app . It is entirely normal to experience feelings of anxiety without having a “mental illness”. These kinds of emotions are part of the human experience, and can be triggered by a wide range of life events and circumstances.Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -Kion Am...

May 20, 202424 min

Navigating the fertility journey (with Colton Underwood)

I talk to mental health advocate, TV personality, philanthropist, producer, bestselling author, podcast host, and former NFL player Colton Underwood about how everyone struggles with mental health, Colton’s own struggles and why he is passionate about helping others like him, and so much more!Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -Qualia Senolytics: Go to neurohacker.com/LEAF for up to $100 off and use code LEAF at checkout for an additional 15% off. Colton's new podcast Daddyhood: ht...

May 16, 202444 min

How guilt can make us better people

In this podcast I talk about the relationship between guilt and compassion, and how to manage feelings of guilt to improve your mental health, relationships and 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: -BIRCH: Just go to birchliving.com/drleaf to get 20% off your Birch mattress (plus two free Eco-Rest pillows!) during their Memorial Day sale (offers subject to change)...

May 13, 202421 min

The connection between Lyme disease and mental health struggles

In this episode, I interview filmmaker and advocate Lindsey Keys about how Lyme disease affects mental health, it's symptoms, and how to manage it. Chronic Lyme disease is still not recognized by many doctors, even though many people around the globe are suffering, which is why Lindsey refers to it as the “quiet epidemic”. Watch Lindsey's documentary here: https://www.thequietepidemic.com Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -ZocDoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/Leaf and download the Zocdoc app ...

May 09, 202457 min

3 tips to stop overthinking

In this podcast (episode #578) and blog, I talk about 3 ways to stop overthinking. This is a replay of a live webinar I did on my app Neurocycle. To listen to the full episode AD-FREE download the Neurocycle app here: https://www.neurocycle.app Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -Purity Woods: turn back time on the appearance of your skin with Purity Woods’s Age-Defying Dream Cream! Purity Woods is currently offering 17% off sitewide but they have an additional 10% discount for my ...

May 06, 202417 min

The scandalous but genius Mother of the Mind-Body Revolution

In this podcast I interview bestselling author and journalist Pamela Ryckman about her new book, Candace Pert: Genius, Greed, and Madness in the World of Science , Pamela talks about the life and career of one of the leading researchers of the mind, brain and body connection, the renowned neuropharmacologist Candace Pert. As Pamela notes, she played pivotal roles in major movements in both science and politics. Unfortunately, she was sabotaged by mentors and colleagues keen to profit from her br...

May 02, 20241 hr 19 min

Cellphones disrupt digestions?

In this podcast I talk about the relationship between what and how we eat and our mental health. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar ad-free, please see Neurocycle.app . Our brain-boosting sponsors helping make this episode possible: -Ketone IQ: For a limited time only, you can save 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ at ketone.com/drleaf -Mushroom Breakthrough by BiOptimzer: For an exclusive offer for my listeners, go to bioptimizers.com/...

Apr 29, 202448 min

Conquering panic attacks & curbing anxiety (with Matt Gutman)

In this podcast I talk to world-renowned reporter and author Matt Gutman about managing panic attacks, dealing with shame and regret, how to make our panic work for us and not against us, and so much more! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/709407/no-time-to-panic-by-matt-gutman/ Our sponsors helping make this episode possible: -BetterHelp: Become your own soulmate, whether you’re looking for one or not. Visit BetterHelp.com/drleaf today to get 10% off your first month. -Fatty15: You can n...

Apr 25, 20241 hr 1 min

How to begin your healing journey

Sponsored by BON CHARGE: Make 2024 the year you experience less stress and more relaxation, even when you are on the go! Go to boncharge.com/LEAF and use coupon code LEAF to save 15% on your infrared sauna blanket . In this podcast I talk about how to begin the healing journey by going beyond awareness. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar ad-free, please see Neurocycle.app . 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drleaf.com 📲Get 20% off my brai...

Apr 22, 202429 min

A Woman’s Guide to Better Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan

Sponsored by Purity Woods: Turn back time on the appearance of your skin with Purity Woods’s Age-Defying Dream Cream! Purity Woods is currently offering 17% off sitewide but they have an additional 10% discount for my listeners for a total savings of 27%! Go to puritywoods.com/DRLEAF or enter code DRLEAF at checkout for an additional 10% off your first order. In this podcast I talk to speaker, bestselling author and aging and longevity expert Maddy Dychtwald about the disconnect between women’s ...

Apr 18, 202450 min

The benefits of snoozing your alarm clock

In this podcast I talk about the benefits of snoozing! This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-free, please see neurocycle.app . We have been told hitting the snooze button is a bad habit. But is it? Recently, I read an article in Scientific American that talk about how snoozing can actually be good for us! A growing body of recent research says that snoozing is not the be all and end all that we have been told it is. In some research, there is actually n...

Apr 15, 202431 min

What’s your Attachment Style? (with Thais Gibson)

In this podcast I talk to attachment theory expert and psychotherapist Thais Gibson about attachment styles, how childhood experiences shape us, why attachment styles can change, and more! 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drleaf.com 📲Get 20% off my brain detox app with code NEUROCYCLE20 (only for first-time web subscriptions): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://web.neurocycle.app/AuthSplash ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💡OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp: Become your own soulmate...

Apr 11, 202442 min

How to break down toxic thoughts using the Neurocycle

In this podcast I talk about the difference between thoughts and memories, and how to change your thoughts and memories through mind management. I also share how to break down toxic thoughts and build health new neural networks. This is a replay of a live webinar I did for my 2024 Brain Detox Challenge on my app Neurocycle. To listen to the full episode ad free , see here . 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drleaf.com 📲Get 20% off my brain detox app with code NEUROCYCLE20 (only fo...

Apr 08, 202435 min

How to NOT let stress age you (with Dr. Greg Kelly)

In this podcast I talk to Dr. Greg Kelly, author, researcher and senior director of Neurohacker, about aging, brain health, the mind-brain-body connection and tips for aging well! Resist aging at the cellular level, try Qualia Senolytic. Go to neurohacker.com/LEAF for up to $100 off and use code LEAF at checkout for an additional 15% off. 🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drleaf.com 📲Get 20% off my brain detox app with code NEUROCYCLE20 (only for first-time web subscriptions): ⁠⁠⁠...

Apr 04, 202439 min
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