The Art of Being Well The Mental Health Myths Holding You Back | Dr. Caroline Leaf
Aug 7, 2025
Dr. Caroline Leaf, a cognitive neuroscientist with over 40 years of experience, delves into the mind-body connection and the impact of toxic thoughts on health. She introduces her 5-step Neurocycle® method for healing and emphasizes the difference between the brain and the mind. The discussion includes trauma recovery, the importance of consciousness, and practical techniques like breathwork for managing emotions. Caroline also touches on innovative ways to elevate social drinking through healthier alternatives.
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The True Habit Formation Period
- Habit change solidifies around 63 days, not the popular 21-day myth.
- Complex trauma requires multiple 63-day cycles for healing and habit rewiring.
Mind Is Energy Force
- The mind is distinct from the brain and acts as an energy force that drives brain and body function.
- The brain hosts the mind but cannot operate without this energy force we call the mind.
Perception Shapes Reality
- Reality collapses into existence through our perception and consciousness.
- We create personal versions of reality shaped by how we perceive events and objects.