The Dr. Leaf Show

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747In Western thought, we see mental and physical health as two separate things, but this is not the case. Our thoughts and emotions, choice, life events, trauma and so on affect both our mental AND physical wellbeing. In this podcast I speak with leading functional medicine practitioner Dr. Will Cole about this mind-body connection, ways to reduce stress-induced inflammation, what adaptogens we should be taking to strengthen the mind and body, the best supplements for brain health, how to recognize and heal orthorexia, and more!  Read the show blog here:  https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-trauma-causes-inflammation-how-to-begin-healing-orthorexia-signs-solutions-with-leading-functional-medicine-doctor-dr-will-coleDr. Cole's website: https://drwillcole.com/Special offers from our sponsors:-Public Goods (My favorite online store, which has everything you need, from cleaning products and household goods to pantry staples): Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to publicgoods.com/drleaf or use code DRLEAF at checkout.-Blinkist (One of my favorite ways to build my brain and read more): To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription, see:  https://www.blinkist.com/nc/partners/cleaning-up-the-mental-messPodcast Highlights2:45 How stressing about COVID can cause inflammation & impact our wellbeing5:00 Why racism is a toxic thought & how it affects our health8:05 The relationship between trauma, inflammation & illness13:40 What is adrenal fatigue & how does it affect us?14:40 How what we eat can affect our inflammation levels & ability to cope with stress21:00 What are adaptogens & why are they so good for us?29:09 Key natural supplements that can improve our health & wellbeing41:56 How do we ensure that we are getting good quality products & are not just buying an expensive health fad?45:27 What is orthorexia & how can we overcome it?52:02 Key wellness tips from leading experts-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Just visit: https://theswitch.app-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: When it comes to meditation, there are a lot of misconceptions out there. Does it mean just switching off your thinking? Does it make you happy all the time? Can you just start meditation immediately? What exactly is meditation, and is it the same as mindfulness? In this podcast (episode #224) and blog, I speak with mindfulness and meditation expert Emily Fletcher about common mistakes people make while meditating, the difference between mindfulness and meditation, meditation myths that are holding us back, how meditation can improve your mental and physical health, how to make meditation a daily habit, how to go beyond mindfulness, and more!For more info on Emily and Ziva (and get 3 days of zivaONLINE for free) visit: https://zivameditation.com/preview/ Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-meditation-can-heal-childhood-trauma-common-meditation-mistakes-how-to-find-your-right-meditation-style-the-brain-science-behind-mantras-with-emily-fletcher**Special offers from our sponsors:-Jenni Kayne (My favorite online store! They have a beautiful selection of clothes and home goods that will make lovely gifts this holiday season). Get 20% off your first order when you use code DRLEAF at checkout: jennikayne.com-BiOptimizers (The supplement to boost your gut health and improve your immunity this winter!): Use code DRLEAF10 for 10% off your order of the Bioptimizer’s Ultimate Immunity Stack at bioptimizers.com/drleafPodcast Highlights3:45 What is meditation and how it can help you?12:07 How meditation can improve your mental & physical health18:00 Common meditation myths & misconceptions27:00 Why we need to go beyond mindfulness29:47 Common mistakes people make when meditating37:28 What are the different types of meditation?42:25 What it means to surrender during meditation46:30 What is emotional clearing and how can it help you?49:30 The difference between the mind and brain51:11 Why we should be concerned about the wellness industryAdditional resources:-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app-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/drcarolineleafIf you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: I think we can all agree that freedom of choice is a good thing, but what happens when there are too many choices? I also don't know about you but I really find myself getting stressed when I am faced with too many options, and then have major buyer's remorse! In this podcast I speak with author and professor Barry Schwartz about the paradox of choice, how too many choices causes anxiety, tips to become a better decision maker, how to overcome buyer’s remorse, how our choices affect us mentally and physically, and more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/why-having-too-many-choices-may-be-messing-up-your-mental-health-how-to-become-a-better-decision-maker-and-overcome-buyers-remorse-with-professor-barry-schwartzGet Barry's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Paradox-Choice-Why-More-Less/dp/149151423X**Special offer's from this episode's sponsors:-Function of Beauty (the world’s first fully customizable, natural hair care brand that allows you to create shampoos, conditioners, styling, and treatment products based on your individual hair type, hair goals, and aesthetic preferences): Go to functionofbeauty.com/drleaf for 20% off your first order!Podcast Highlights4:25 Why having less choices is better for our mental health9:15 Why too many choices overwhelm us and leave us dissatisfied18:03 How negative choices us affect our mental and physical wellbeing19:55 Why being grateful is a habit we need to develop29:00 How too many choices affect our ability to choose well36:04 How great abundance can lead to depression46:52 Is ignorance really bliss?50:55 How to overcome decision-making anxiety56:11 How to deal with buyer’s remorse58:40 How too many choices lead to overthinkingAdditional resources:-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app-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/drcarolineleafIf you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: In a highly competitive society like ours, it is easy to get discouraged and feel you are not good enough. I even experience this at times! Often, we can be our own worst enemy: we know the change we want to make in the world, but we talk ourselves out of it. But this doesn’t have to be the case. In this podcast I speak with Seth Godin, best-selling author, marketing guru and thought leader, about dealing with the pain of criticism, why we should avoid reassurance, overcoming imposter syndrome, why attitudes are skills to be learned, and more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/overcoming-imposter-syndrome-the-dangers-of-cognitive-dissonance-how-to-handle-the-pain-of-criticism-how-to-take-a-leap-of-faith-despite-the-fear-of-failure-with-seth-godinFor more info on Seth and to get his books visit: seths.blog/ThePractice**Special offers from our sponsors:-Blinkist (This is one of my favorite ways to pass the time while exercising and build my brain, which improves mental resilience!): To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription see: https://www.blinkist.com/nc/partners/cleaning-up-the-mental-mess-Thrive Market (Hands down, a great way to shop and save money without leaving your house! Thrive Market makes my shopping so much more easier, enjoyable and sustainable!): try Thrive Market today and become a member risk-free! Go to thrivemarket.com/DRLEAF. Join today and you’ll get a FREE gift of your choosing, up to $24 dollars in value!Podcast Highlights3:50 How to get out of your own way and stop letting fear dominate your thinking5:42 How imposter syndrome can hold you back and affect your wellbeing + tips on how to overcome this 11:00 How helping others helps you12:47 How to harness your creativity to get “unstuck”17:41 How not to be afraid of criticism27:44 Creativity as an act of leadership30:17 How to find your voice and show up with your best work39:16 The myth of having one passion42:55 Why attitudes are skills we can develop and how to do this 47:58 Why reassurance can be dangerousAdditional resources:-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app-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/drcarolineleafIf you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: As I have gotten older (I am in my 50s), I have started to come across a lot more “you are getting old” jokes and comments. Yes, some of them are quite funny, but how true are the assumptions behind the jokes? Does aging really have to be that bad? In this podcast I speak with Dr. Frank Lipman, bestselling author and a leader in the field of Functional Medicine, about aging well, how to build a strong immune system, how to start improving your health and longevity right now, and so much more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/frank-lipmanGet Frank's new book here: https://www.amazon.com/New-Rules-Aging-Well-Resilience/dp/1579659594/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=**Special offers from our sponsors: -Liquid I.V Electrolytes (The quickest and easiest way to stay hydrated, which is an important part of any mental self-care regimen): Get 25% off with code DRLEAF at checkout https://liquid-iv.comPodcast Highlights3:33 Why Dr. Lipman became disillusioned with Western medicine5:45 How medicine lost its common sense7:24 Ways to build a strong immune system9:33 How to age well and improve your mental and physical health22:55 It is never too late to improve your health and the way you age!28:25 What our telomeres can tell us about how we are aging30:05 The relationship between sleep, mental health and longevity33:17 Common medications that shouldn’t be so common38:00 Wellness myths to avoidAdditional resources:-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app-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/drcarolineleafIf you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: Did you know that there a formula to all happy relationships, whether you are talking about your relationship with your dog or your relationship with your partner? In this podcast I speak with Harvard-trained psychologist, relationship and communications expert, award winning author Dr. Melanie Joy about the formula for getting relationships right, common psychological dynamics that underpin all kinds of relationships, how to strengthen our relationship “immune system”, how to apologize, common mistakes people make in relationships and how to fix them, and so much more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-correctly-apologize-strengthen-your-relationship-immune-system-common-mistakes-people-make-in-relationships-and-how-to-fix-them-with-harvard-trained-psychologist-dr-melanie-joyFor more info on Dr. Melanie Joy visit: melaniejoy.org**Special offers from our sponsors**-Public Goods (My favorite online store, which has everything you need, from cleaning products to food!): Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to publicgoods.com/drleaf or use code DRLEAF at checkout.Podcast Highlights2:37 Why we need to look at relationships holistically6:35 How to get relationships right9:32 How our relationships become dysfunctional, and what we can do to fix them16:41 The formula for healthy relationships20:14 How to communicate better in relationships30:42 How the stories we tell about ourselves can affect our identity and mental wellbeing32:00 The danger of contempt and shame, and how it impacts our relational and mental health38:00 How to strengthen your relational “immune system”47:55 How to apologize better in a relationshipAdditional resources:-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app-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/drcarolineleafIf you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with holistic child psychologist and nutrition specialist Dr. Nicole Beurkens about how to improve your children’s attention, anxiety, mood and behavior, the importance of holistic nutrition, sleep and movement for children, how to deal with parent guilt, the truth behind labels like autism and ADHD, and so much more!For more info on Dr. Nicole visit: https://www.drbeurkens.comRead the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/simple-strategies-to-help-improve-your-childs-attention-anxiety-mood-amp-behavior-the-best-foods-to-give-your-child-for-healthy-brain-development-with-child-psychologist-dr-nicole-beurkens**Special offers from our sponsors:-Function of Beauty (I love all their hair products, which are fully customizable and natural—my hair has never felt and looked so healthy and strong!): Go to https://functionofbeauty.com/drleaf for 20% off your first order!-International Justice Mission: For just $45, you can provide trauma-informed therapy that will change a child's life. Head to https://IJM.org/DrLeaf, and help vulnerable children heal by giving the gift of therapy today.Podcast Highlights4:25 The failure of conventional child psychology, and why a holistic approach to children’s mental health is so important7:00 Why mental health labels don’t solve mental health problems7:55 The truth behind labels like ADHD10:40 What is wrong with the current psychiatric model of mental health, and why one pill won’t treat all your child’s issues18:33 The relationship between children’s nutrition and mental health19:30 Why parents or guardians are  often forced or pressured into giving their children psychiatric medication23:31 Advice for a parent whose child is battling with their mental health29:50 The importance of reading for a child’s development32:50 How too much sugar can impact a child’s brain function and mental health38:33 What exactly is autism, and how can you help your child if they have been diagnosed with autism?49:56 How to help your child and teenager if they are anxious or stressedAdditional resources: -Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app-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/drcarolineleafIf you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit: https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: When we are in pain, it can be hard to do anything. It is hard to concentrate or focus on anything, and even harder to be happy or feel hope. But what happens when you have to live with a chronic illness? What happens if you are suffering in silence, or when no one believes that you are struggling? In this podcast I speak with Jordan Younger, top podcast host, blogger and health and wellness influencer, about Lyme disease and mental health, how to manage your mental health when dealing with a chronic health issue, how to help someone who has chronic health issues & what not to say, how to find peace while living with uncertainty, and more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-lyme-disease-can-affect-your-mental-health-tips-on-how-to-find-peace-while-living-with-the-uncertainty-amp-pain-of-a-chronic-health-issue-with-jordan-youngerFor more info on Jordan visit: www.thebalancedblonde.com**Special offers from our sponsors**-International Justice Mission: For just $45, you can provide trauma-informed therapy that will change a child's life. Head to https://IJM.org/DrLeaf, and help vulnerable children heal by giving the gift of therapy today.-Noom (my go to app for helping me keep up with my health and fitness goals): visit https://noom.com/drleaf for more info and to sign up!-Thrive Market (where I get all my clean skincare, cleaning products, and healthy groceries at discount prices): Go to https://thrivemarket.com/drleaf. Join today and you’ll get a FREE gift of your choosing, up to $24 dollars in value!-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app-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/drcarolineleafIf you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 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! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: When many of us think of mushrooms, we either think of the ones we cook with, the ones people use to get “high” or the ones that are very dangerous. But did you know that certain mushrooms are superfoods that can boost your mental and physical health? In this podcast I speak with Tero, a health and wellness expert and founder and CEO of Four Sigmatic (a company that creates everyday health products to upgrade your daily routine), about why mushrooms are good for our moods, minds, and mental health, what adaptogens are and how to use them, how superfoods like mushrooms can improve our physical health and help us deal with stress, common myths about mushrooms, simple ways to upgrade your daily health routine and more!For more info on Tero & Four Sigmatic: https://us.foursigmatic.com/Read the show blog: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-these-mushrooms-adaptogens-can-help-grow-brain-cells-reduce-anxiety-and-fight-off-depression-with-four-sigmatic-founder-tero-isokauppila**Special offer's from our sponsors:-Ritual (My favorite multivitamin—simple, clean, and backed by science!): To get 10% off your first three months of Ritual multivitamins see: ritual/drleaf-Organifi (A company that creates superfood products that taste amazing and are good for you!): Get 15% off your order of Organifi Red Juice today with code DRLEAF. Just visit organifi.com/drleaf and use code DRLEAF at checkout.5:15 How do foods like cacao and medicinal mushrooms improve our mental health?13:53 How our digestive health impacts our mood15:00 Why a healthy skincare routine is so important for our mental and physical wellbeing20:00 Simple ways to upgrade your daily health routine and reduce anxiety and stress24:10 How certain mushrooms can help with brain growth, depression, anxiety and stress40:56 Common myths about mushrooms41:47 What are adaptogens and why are they good for our mental health?45:33 How to handle stress and anxiety while running your own business52:00 Why we need to be careful of the wellness industry-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/Register for my 2020 Virtual Mental Health Solutions Summit here:https://www.drleafconference.comSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips and strategies! Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747EPISODE DESCRIPTION: If anything, this year and the global COVID-19 pandemic has shown us that so much is out of control. Yet there is still reason to hope! Even though we cannot always control what happens to or around us, we can control how we choose to react to the circumstances of life. In this podcast I speak with the incredible “Iceman” Wim Hof about his new book The Wim Hof Method, the power of mind management, how cold exposure and deep breathing can improve our mental and physical health, ways to protect your body against viruses, training the brain to overcome any obstacle, and more!To get Wim's amazing book visit: www.wimhofmethod.comRead the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-train-your-mind-to-fight-off-stress-viruses-with-the-legendary-wim-hof**Special offers from our sponsors:-Blinkist (This is one of my favorite ways to pass the time while exercising and build my brain, which improves mental resilience!): To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription see: https://www.blinkist.com/nc/partners/cleaning-up-the-mental-mess-Pique Tea (A great-tasting, toxin-free tea company that will keep you healthy and warm all winter!): Get 5% off your order with the code DRLEAF at checkout at https://www.piquetea.com.Podcast Highlights2:10 Natural ways to access the power to heal within us3:50 The 3 pillars of the Wim Hof Method22:45 How to protect your health from viruses29:48 How deep breathing and mind management can combat depression and anxiety32:14, 50:20 Why racism is a form of bodily stress that affects our health33:22 How deep breathing affects positively impacts our white cell count, which help combat cancer45:50 How deep breathing can make stress work for you and not against you-Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just look for Switch on Your Brain in the App Store or Google Play or visit: https://theswitch.app-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources, tips, and tools to help you improve and heal your mental health! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.