The Dr. Leaf Show

Sign up to become a Neurocycle Certified Facilitator today and get 25% OFF! The first training will be on August 4-7 in Dallas, Texas. Just use code INAUG25 to get your discount: https://neurocycleinstitute.comEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to N.Y. Times best-selling author Donald Miller about becoming the hero of our own narratives, how to find meaning again after tragedy, what defines a meaningful life, and so much more. For the blog and show notes: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-find-meaning-again-after-tragedyGet Donald's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Hero-Mission-Path-Meaningful-Life/dp/1400226945Sign 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:-NED: Get 15% off Ned products with code: DRLEAF. Just visit helloned.com/DRLEAF to get access!-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.-Catalina Crunch: Just go to catalinacrunch.com/DRLEAF for 15% off your first order—plus FREE shipping.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:6:00 How to live an interesting & meaningful story10:00, 27:00 The power of writing your own story11:40 What it means to be a hero in your story14:00 The dangers of living life as a victim17:00 Viktor Frankl & the search for meaning18:05 The power of community21:00, 25:00 How to find hope & redemption in tragedy36:10 The power of experiencing lifeADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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.comFor 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 are for educational purposes only and are 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 become a Neurocycle Certified Facilitator today and get 25% OFF! The first training will be on August 4-7 in Dallas, Texas. Just use code INAUG25 to get your discount: https://neurocycleinstitute.com EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about managing feelings of disappointment before they negatively affect our mental wellbeing. Disappointment is the feeling we get when an expectation that we have isn’t met. It is an emotional signal, a messenger, telling us that something is out of balance in our lives—what we want doesn’t reflect our reality. For the blog and show notes: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-surprising-benefits-of-disappointment Sign 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: -Gladskin: Gladskin is offering my listeners 15% off plus free shipping on your first order at https://gladskin.com/DRLEAF. -BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at https://betterhelp.com/drleaf. -NOOM: Sign up for your trial at https://noom.com/DRLEAF. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 2:25 What disappointment is 3:00 Disappointment is not necessarily “bad” 3:20 Disappointment is a signal that we can learn from 3:50 Why we should not be afraid of disappointment 6:10 Why we need to embrace, not suppress, how we feel 6:50 The different ways disappointment affects us 7:10, 14:00 How to use mind management to reconceptualize disappointment 13:00 What can happen if we don’t manage our disappointment 18:15 How to turn disappointment into a learning experience ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -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 are for educational purposes only and are 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 become a Neurocycle Certified Facilitator today and get 25% OFF! The first training will be on August 4-7 in Dallas, Texas. Just use code INAUG25 to get your discount: https://neurocycleinstitute.comEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast, I talk to speaker, author, mathematician, and dog trainer Grisha Stewart about dog training and empowerment, pets and mental health, why dogs struggle mentally, how we can help our pets and ourselves, and so much more! As human beings, we need to understand our pets’ behavior and work on our communication with them. It is important to understand that animals like dogs think and choose as well, in their own unique ways.Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleaf.For more info on Grisha and to get her book visit: https://grishastewart.com/.For the blog, see https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/pet-s-struggle-with-anxiety-depression-too-here-s-how-to-help-them.OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends for FREE from the App Store or Google Play. Plus, earn even more with $5 worth of in-game rewards when you reach level 5. -Nootropics by BiOptimizers: Just go to nootopia.com/drleaf and enter coupon code DRLEAF10 for an extra 10% off your order, and experience your best mood and mental performance with personalized Nootropics!EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:3:45 Dogs can help us be better humans4:12 Dogs have mental health issues too!5:30 Why Grisha became a dog trainer6:35 There is always a reason behind your dog’s behavior!7:30 How we can understand our dogs & ourselves better8:20 The dominance myth10:55 Why dogs become aggressive18:05 Dogs & boundaries21:30 The importance of kindness & why dogs need to feel empowered23:10 There is no such thing as a needy dog, only unmet needs27:32 Pets & mental health30:30 Why we shouldn’t label our pets37:44 Pets & the COVID pandemicADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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 are for educational purposes only and are 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.

This podcast delves into rebuilding confidence, the 10-second pause breathing practice, the impact of beliefs on identity, the importance of positivity for brain health, and how jealousy can cause brain damage. It also offers insights on personalized teaching methods and brain building for emotional regulation.

Discover the importance of a functional medicine approach to mental health and the new book 'The Anatomy of Anxiety'. Dr. Vora and Dr. Leaf debunk mental health myths, explore genetics' role in mental health, and share instant ways to boost mental health.

Sign up to become a Neurocycle Certified Facilitator today and get 25% OFF! The first training will be August 4-7 in Dallas, Texas. Just use code INAUG25 to get your discount: https://neurocycleinstitute.comEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this session from my 2021 Mental Health retreat I share some tips and strategies to help children manage their mental health and minds! Sign up to Patreon to get access to the full video and audio recording of this session (ad-free!), exclusive downloads, live Q&As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Ritual: Get 10% off during their first 3 months at ritual.com/DRLEAF. -BiOptimizers Magnesium: For an exclusive offer for my listeners go to www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10%!-Catalina Crunch: Not sure which flavor to start with? Try a variety pack! And check out their delicious cookies and snack mixes while you’re at it! Just go to catalinacrunch.com/DRLEAF for 15% off your first order—plus FREE shipping!EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:-Signs of childhood depression-How to educate children about mental health-How to use the Neurocycle with children -How to help your child become emotionally resilient & intelligent -How the current school system is not helping children manage their minds correctly AND what we can do about this ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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 become a Neurocycle Certified Facilitator today and get 25% OFF! The first training will be August 4-7 in Dallas, Texas. Just use code INAUG25 to get your discount: https://neurocycleinstitute.comEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast, I talk to a world-renowned psychiatrist, brain specialist, 12 times N.Y. Times best-selling author, and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen about his incredible new book You, Happier: The 7 Neuroscience Secrets of Feeling Good Based on Your Brain Type, feeling good based on your brain type, how to discover your brain type, improving your brain health to improve your mood and enhance your happiness, how to become 30% happier in just 30 days, and so much more!Get Dr. Amen's book here: https://danielamenmd.com/you-happier/Read the blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-identify-your-brain-type-create-happiness-strategies-best-suited-to-your-brain Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Chime: Applying for a free account takes less than 2 minutes. Get started at chime.com/drleaf. Banking services and debit card provided by The Bancorp Bank or Stride Bank, N.A., Members FDIC. Early access to direct deposit funds depends on payer.-BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:3:20 Why Dr. Amen wrote his new book4:00 Why it is important to understand the neuroscience behind happiness5:00 How the pandemic affected our ability to be happy6:20 Different things make different people happy9:30 The neuroscience behind happiness10:05 A healthy brain is more likely to be a happy brain11:20 Supplements, the brain & happiness12:30 Happiness myths you should stop believing15:00 Why you should give your mind a name15:50 Community & happiness16:30 How meaning & purpose are connected to happiness21:00 Why the pleasure centers in the brain wear out26:40 Where the happiness industry went wrong30:00 Mental health & happinessADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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 become a Neurocycle Certified Facilitator today and get 25% OFF! The first training will be August 4-7 in Dallas, Texas. Just use code INAUG25 to get your discount: https://neurocycleinstitute.comEPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about what anxiety is, and ways to manage it and prevent it from taking over your day-to-day life. There is a lot to be anxious and worried about these days. From the uncertainty of a global pandemic to turbulent elections, worldwide protests and acts of violence, and political infighting, it does at times seem like we are living through the Apocalypse!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-anti-anxiety-toolkit Sign up to Patreon to get access to bonus ad-free podcasts, exclusive downloads, live Q&As, and more: https://www.patreon.com/drcarolineleafOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Amen Clinics: Visit amenclinics.com/drleaf and use the promo code DRLEAF10 to get 10% off your first evaluation.-Athletic Green: 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 of your health and pick up the ultimate daily nutritional insurance!-EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:2:40, 4:50, 10:00 What anxiety is & why it is not uncommon4:00, 11:00, Why it is important to learn how to manage our anxiety11:40 Anxiety as a warning signal12:00 How anxiety can affect us14:45 How we manage anxiety is impacted by how we view anxiety18:30 Why we all need an anxiety-reducing toolbox!22:00 Why we need to get curious about the “why” behind our anxiety25:05 Healthy distractions can help manage anxiety in the moment!28:15 Why we should try not to go to bed anxious34:30 Have an anxiety game plan38:00, 43:00 Using mind management to manage anxiety38:40 Surround yourselves with people that help, not hurt, your mental health42:00 It’s okay to say no & put up boundaries for your mental healthADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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 Dr. Shamini Jain, a clinical psychologist, neuroscientist and social entrepreneur, about the science behind the mind-brain-body connection, the biofield and healing trauma, why we need to understand the placebo effect, how to avoid moralizing self-help, and so much more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-understanding-the-biofield-could-hold-the-key-to-healing-traumaOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-ZocDoc: Go to https://Zocdoc.com/LEAF and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours!-NED: Get 15% off Ned products with code: DRLEAF. Just visit helloned.com/DRLEAF to get access!-Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers: 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:2:52 Dr. Jain’s incredible new book Healing Ourselves3:20 What motivates Dr. Jain4:00 How we are all deeply interconnected6:05, 9:50 The ability to heal ourselves is not just a “miracle”11:25 What the biofield is & why it is important12:45 How we can learn from older traditions15:15 Why we need to go beyond dualism & Eastern versus Western medicine to look at the WHOLE person18:00 The placebo effect & healing22:18 Ways to use the placebo effect to heal26:30, 34:30 How to avoid moralizing self-help & toxic positivity35:00 What true spiritual activism is & the power of community37:50 The science behind the biofield48:42 The power of spiritual connection51:00 How we can start healing ourselvesADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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 and blog, I talk about how to get out of a shame spiral. In our society today, it can be hard to feel any degree of self-worth. We are bombarded with the shame of not living up to our own expectations, or the expectations of others. We cannot live up to the photoshopped and retouched images that seem to tell us that to be happy, we must look, dress or act in a certain way, or get straight As and go to an Ivy League university. We are not able to compete with celebrities and influencers—we are just one social media ‘like’ in a sea of admirers, wishing to be someone or do something.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-find-freedom-from-the-shame-spiralOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BetterHelp: Get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf.-InsideTracker: For a limited time, get 20% off the entire InsideTracker store. Just go to insidetracker.com/drleaf.-NOOM: Sign up for your trial at noom.com/DRLEAFEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:1:25 How low self-esteem & shame are connected1:40 What shame is2:15 The difference between shame & guilt3:30, 9:05 The shame spiral6:20 Shame & the mind-brain connection9:30 How easy it is to feel shame12:25, 18:27, 28:00 How to exit the shame spiral24:15 Don’t let negative thoughts just wander through your mind!26:00 How to “edit” you shame thoughtsADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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.