The Dr. Leaf Show

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about intrusive thoughts, and how to manage them using what I call “thinker moments”. As you have heard me say many times before, the brain is neuroplastic. This means it is constantly changing. We merge with our environments through our choices, including how long we decide to spend on our phone. “Thinker” time is very important, because it balances our minds, allowing us to observe our environment before we just let it influence and direct our thinkingRead the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/intrusive-thoughtsOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BiOptimizer’s Magnesium Breakthrough: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order.-BetterHelp: I am proud to say that this podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp, and Cleaning Up the Mental Mess listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf.-NOOM: Start building better habits for healthier, long-term results. Sign up for your trial at noom.com/DRLEAF.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:1:30 Intrusive thoughts are a global problem!2:50, 7:30 What intrusive thoughts are8:00 Why we must weaken intrusive thoughts9:00 Mind management & intrusive thoughts9:50 The importance of thinker moments & how they train us to be more self-regulated12:05 The brain is constantly changing—it is neuroplastic12:30 Whatever we focus on the most grows, including intrusive thoughts14:00 The power of being alone with our thoughts19:00 How to get into a “thinker mindset”21:00 How thinker moments affect the brain23:00, 26:15 Tips to use thinker moments to build up mental resilience & manage intrusive thoughts-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com-Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!-Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to actor, comedian, author and podcaster Josh Peck about fame, his incredible new book, the importance of self-esteem, overcoming addiction, and so much more. In his new book Happy People Are Annoying Josh talks about how he had to face life on life’s terms, and define what happiness meant to him as a unique individual. He realized that external things like marriage, money, success, drugs, sex, or food will not fill up the “hole in the soul”.  True, lasting peace and comfort come from doing the inner work. As Josh notes, he could not use external things to medicate things deep within himself.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/why-happy-people-are-annoying-with-actor-josh-peckGet his new book here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/happy-people-are-annoying-josh-peck?variant=39914222223394OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Primally Pure: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to primallypure.com and Get 10% off your order with the code DRLEAF-Athletic Greens: To make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/leaf to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:4:00 Defining your own happiness5:20 The dark side of the happiness industry7:00 Why external things will not fill up the “hole in the soul”7:40 Josh’s childhood struggles13:00 How our environment impacts our mental & physical health17:10 Addiction, epigenetics & how you show up21:00 Why mind management is a lifestyle, not a one-off event30:00 The importance of awareness & self-regulation35:00 Josh’s relationship with his mom38:40 Josh’s battle with addiction48:00 The power of reconceptualization-Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com-Download my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.app-Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!-Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about tips to boost your energy when you tired and overwhelmed. Why do we get tired? Our nonconscious mind never stops. It’s always trying to make us aware of issues that are damaging our resilience and causing neurophysiological disruptions in our brain and body. However, the conscious mind and braindo get tired because they work on energy, like our phones. This is kind of like when we have a whole lot of apps open, the brightness is on full and we are constantly using our phone—very soon the battery will die. And, like you need to recharge your phone, you also need to recharge your brain and conscious mind.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/3-ways-to-boost-mental-energy-when-you-tired-overwhelmedOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-NED: If you’d like to give Ned a try, Cleaning Up The Mental Mess listeners get 15% off Ned products with code: DRLEAF. Just visit helloned.com/DRLEAF to get access!-Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play.-InsideTracker: For a limited time, get 20% off the entire InsideTracker store. Just go to insidetracker.com/drleaf.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:1:28 Why we get tired5:40 Why we should rest even when we feel like we can keep pushing ourselves6:30 The difference between the conscious & nonconscious mind8:50, 15:30, 20:25 How to make rest a part of your everyday lifeGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appGet a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF toUS: 1 (833) 285 3747UK: +447908679035Canada: 18336032953ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get $40 off your Lumen device with code DRLEAF (limited to the first 100 users!): https://lumen.me/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=drleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to Daniel Tal Mor, the founder, and CEO of Lumen, about the importance of a healthy metabolism for optimal mental health, and how everyone can attain it!  Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/what-your-metabolism-can-tell-you-about-your-mental-healthSign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf  OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -Athletic Greens: Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit https://athleticgreens.com/leaf   -Chime: Sign up takes only two minutes and doesn’t affect your credit score. Get started at https://chime.com/drleaf.  -BiOptimizer’s Magnesium Breakthrough: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order.  EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 2:00 What Lumen is 5:45 Why metabolism is so important 7:20 The dangers of fad diets 9:30 We are all unique & we all have unique health needs 13:50 The power of community & accountability 17:40 Lumen’s goal & vision to empower people to take their health into their own hands 22:40 The science behind Lumen 30:05 Metabolism & mental health  Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appGet a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com! Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to US: 1 (833) 285 3747 UK: +447908679035 Canada: 18336032953  ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/-Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleafTwitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf *DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about the difference between a significant other and a soulmate. A soulmate is word we use to describe a human bond that involves a deep and satisfying sense of peace and connection. We literally wire this connection with our mind over time (our mind is our “aliveness”, that is our ability to think, feel and choose) into our brain, body and mind.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/soulmatesOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Public Goods: Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to https://www.publicgoods.com/DRLEAF.-Catalina Crunch: See why Catalina Crunch Cereal is the fastest growing cereal brand in America. Just go to catalinacrunch.com/DRLEAF for 15% off your first order—plus FREE shipping.-Ritual’s Essential Protein: Are you ready to shake up your protein Ritual? My listeners get 10% off during their first 3 months at ritual.com/DRLEAF. Ritual even offers a money-back guarantee if you’re not 100% in love!EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:1:28, 11:10 The difference between a soulmate & a significant other2:50, 4:44 What deep, meaningful connections look like in the brain & body8:40, 12:45 Why love will look different for each of us—there is no “one way” to find a soulmate15:20 Do what works for you, find love in your own idiosyncratic way & be kind to yourself16:50 The importance of accepting the highs & lows in lifeGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appGet a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF toUS: 1 (833) 285 3747UK: +447908679035Canada: 18336032953ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to social justice lawyer, podcast host and master coach Kara Loewentheil about how to identify and change established patterns of thinking that halt our progress, and so much more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-use-a-thought-ladder-to-identify-change-established-patterns-of-thinking-that-may-be-halting-your-progressOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-NED: If you’d like to give their new and improved Sleep Blend a try, Cleaning Up The Mental Mess listeners get 21% off with code DRLEAF for the month of March ONLY. It’s their best offer of the year! Visit helloned.com/DRLEAF to get access.-immi: Visit immieats.com/drleaf to try immi’s delicious, low carb, plant-based and fiber-rich ramen!EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:3:10 Where the self-help industry falls short4:20 How we actually start finding ourselves & our purpose5:00 How to use a “thought ladder” to self-regulate your thoughts, feelings and choices7:20 Why we should try to avoid “black & white thinking”9:30 How cognitive dissonance affects our mind, brain & body14:25 The treatment effect15:50 Why we need to have self-compassion16:30 Why we should not monitor our progress like we would monitor a machine—progress is not industrial18:25 What resilience really means20:30 The importance of being kind to ourselves23:00 What humility really is26:15 Inspiration versus competition27:00 How to enjoy the journey, not just the end point30:30 Deconstructing toxic social norms38:00, 47:30 The difference between the mind & brainGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appGet a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF toUS: 1 (833) 285 3747UK: +447908679035Canada: 18336032953ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In today’s podcast I am going to talk about grief, and answer some of your questions about dealing with and managing grief.Since grief is inescapable, and can come about for all sorts of reasons, it’s important to accept that it’s an intrinsic part of being human, instead of trying to avoid or suppress the emotion.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/griefOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BiOptimzer’s Magnesium Breakthrough:For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10 percent and get free shipping.-Athletic Greens: All you have to do is visit athleticgreens.com/leaf to take ownership over your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!-Perfect Keto Cereal: Visit perfectketo.com/cleaningup and use code CLEANINGUP at checkout to get 20% off your order today.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:1:00 Why grief is so hard to process2:30 Why grief isn’t linear4:00 We all experience & manage grief in different ways8:30 Ways to manage grief or help those who are grieving11:40 We are not an expert on anyone’s feelings except our own12:50 How to self-regulate grief14:50 There is no one time frame for dealing with grief16:30 What happens if we ignore or don’t process our grief19:30 The importance of recognizing different types of grief22:20 How the pandemic has added another layer of grief to our lives27:30 Why we need to move beyond just focusing on our feelings29:40 How to help children deal with griefGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appGet a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to therapist and author Whitney Goodman about her new book on toxic positivity, why good intentions are sometimes not good enough, and more! As Whitney notes in her new book, toxic positivity tends to shut down conversations, and often stops people from truly connecting—especially when it comes to the hard “stuff” we all face as we lives our lives. Even if someone is just trying to be nice by saying things like “everything happens for a reason” or “remember, the glass is half full”, the person sharing their pain and struggles can feel silenced by these seemingly innocuous platitudes. It can make the person struggling feel like their distress is making the other person uncomfortable or scared, which often feels like rejection.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/toxic-positivity-what-it-is-how-it-hurts-what-to-say-insteadGet her book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/673005/toxic-positivity-by-whitney-goodman/OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BetterHelp: Cleaning Up The Mental Mess listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf.-The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast: Visit MelanieAvalon.com for episode lists and transcripts, and search for The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! You can also join her Facebook groups and follow her on Instagram – just search for Melanie Avalon.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:3:55 How toxic positivity can affect our relationships4:30 Why good intentions are often not enough6:00, 11:40 Why positive affirmations aren’t a “cure-all”8:00, 20:00 Why we shouldn’t suppress uncomfortable emotions14:30 Why the concept of toxic positivity has gone “viral”16:20 How shame can affect our mental health17:50 The dark side of self-improvement & self-help24:00 How toxic positivity can show up in our communities29:30 How to complain better33:00 Why we can’t fix other people35:20 Toxic positivity & feeling in control38:00 Toxic positivity & motivational conferencesGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appGet a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about something we all do: laughing! Have you ever thought about why emitting sounds from our mouths gives us so much joy? Even when those sounds can sometimes come out like a cackle, grunt, wheeze or even a snort? When we do this, we are most likely filled with joy, although there are times when people laugh out of discomfort, shock, anger, and/or sadness. In almost all these situations, however, there is something about laughing that relieves us—it releases tension and can improve our mood in tangible ways.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/laughingOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BiOptimizer’s Magnesium: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order.-Splendid Spoon: Get started and save $35 on your first order of delicious plant-based meals at SplendidSpoon.com/DRLEAF—that's only $6.66 per meal!-NOOM: Sign up for your trial and get psychology-based support and motivation to reach your goals at noom.com/DRLEAF.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:2:00 What laughter is3:45 Laughter as communication4:25, 15:00 How laughing affects the brain & body8:30 Laughing & self-regulation9:30 How laughing helps protect us13:00 Laughing, oxygen & blood flow14:00 Laughing as tension relief19:18, 24:25 How laughing helps us manage toxic stress20:45 Ho laughing helps us rest & restore21:00 Laughing as therapy24:00 Laughter & mind management26:30 Why we should all laugh more!Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF toUS: 1 (833) 285 3747UK: +447908679035Canada: 18336032953Get a free Cleaning up Your Mental Mess workbook when you subscribe to my weekly email at drleaf.com!ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this repost of one of my most popular podcast interviews, I talk to professor of psychology, licensed practitioner, international speaker, consultant and best-selling author Dr. Ramani Durvasula about the many facets of narcissism, how it damages relationships and leads to abuse, how the culture of narcissism and entitlement is making the pandemic worse, and why we are so fascinated by stories of narcissists and psychopaths.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/navigating-narcissistic-relationships-how-the-culture-of-entitlement-is-making-the-pandemic-worse-why-we-are-so-interested-in-stories-about-psychopaths-with-psychologist-dr-ramani-durvasulaFor more on Dr. Ramani: http://doctor-ramani.com/#OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Public Goods: Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to https://www.publicgoods.com/DRLEAF.-Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/leaf EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:4:38 High-conflict, antagonist personalities & narcissism5:36 What is narcissism?8:38 The culture of entitlement & narcissism in our world today20:51 How collectivism can enable narcissism23:50 The two most important tasks of a parent or guardian27:00 How narcissism & entitlement can out the brain and body into toxic stress and cause brain damage29:14 The definition of narcissism32:20 How to deal with a narcissistic person45:00 Cognitive dissonance & narcissism46:00 Trauma-bonding & narcissism55:00 What causes narcissism?59:22 Dirty John, psychopaths & narcissismGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf*DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog is for educational purposes only and is 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.