CLEANING UP YOUR MENTAL MESS with Dr. Caroline Leaf

Dr. Caroline Leaf
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Feb 22, 2021 • 48min

How to use blood tests & biomarkers to improve your mental health + how to not let too much data, tracking, and biohacking rule your life

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747 Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.com SHOW DESCRIPTION: Words like “health”, “wellbeing” and “longevity” are often thrown around, but what do they actually mean, and what do they mean for you? In this podcast I speak with Dr. Gil Blander, director, founder and chief scientist at InsideTracker about how InsideTracker can improve your mental and physical health, my own experience with InsideTracker, how to not become too stressed or obsessed with biohacking, data and numbers and still enjoy good health, how thinking affects your health and metabolism, and how to proactively have a long and quality-filled life! When you pre-order my new book you'll get and register your order before March 2nd, you will get 25% off the Ultimate Plan and DNA Kit* from InsideTracker and receive a FREE InnerAge ($100 value).  *The Ultimate Test & DNA Kit are for USA and Canada orders only Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/insidetracker For more info on InsideTracker visit: http://insidetracker.com/drleaf OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -NED CBD: To get 15% off your first order and free shipping visit helloned.com/drleaf or use the code DRLEAF at checkout. -NOOM: love using NOOM to keep track of my exercise routine and make sure I am eating well every day! For your special offer see: noom.com/DRLEAF. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 2:40 What InsideTracker is & how it can help improve your health 6:00 What our biomarkers can tell us about our unique health & needs 8:00 How tracking biological data can help improve mental health 12:00 The relationship between white blood cells, stress, inflammation & cognitive decline 17:00 My own results using InsideTracker 17:45 How cholesterol, diet & genetics are related 20:00 How you can use biomarker systems like InsideTracker to see what diet works for your body type 24:00 How InsideTracker works 32:38 How knowing what is going on in your brain & body empowers you to make sustainable changes & improve your healthspan & longevity 38:34 The relationship between metabolism and mental health 41:40 The downsides of biohacking ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources Follow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies: -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 If 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.
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Feb 18, 2021 • 46min

How to use the Neurocycle to manage intense mood swings & depression + why it's normal to have emotional ups & downs, and how to know when it's time to get help

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I share how to use the 5 step NeuroCycle to manage mood swings and extreme feelings of depression, what these warning signals are telling us about ourselves, how to tune into your warning signals & self-regulate your thinking, the myths surrounding depression, and how you can help someone who is struggling with severe ups and downs.OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BLUblox, the best glasses and remedy sleep masks to reduce your exposure to harmful blue and green light that can affect your mental health and sleep. To get 15% off your BLUblox glasses and use the code DRLEAF at checkout: blublox.com-Thrive Market, which is a great way to shop and save money without leaving your house! They make shopping easier, enjoyable and sustainable. Try Thrive Market today and become a member risk-free. Go to thrivemarket.com/DRLEAF and you’ll get a FREE gift!PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:3:25 Why bipolar depression is not an illness5:50 Why bipolar symptoms are warning signals you need to listen to9:00 Why we all experience life differently and react to trauma differently9:30 How you can learn to control feelings of bipolar depression10:20 The difference between the mind and brain10:55 Why mind management is a skill you can learn11:25 Your mind is always changing, and you can direct that change11:55 Your mind is how you uniquely experience life13:20, 18:30 How to use the Neurocycle to manage bipolar depression19:25 Why you are not a label36:20 The power of telling your own storyADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resourcesFollow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies:-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.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!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.
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Feb 15, 2021 • 1h 7min

How to stop sabotaging your self & relationships + how to use conflict to deepen relationships (with human connection specialist Mark Groves)

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with human connection specialist, speaker, author and relationship guru Mark Groves about how to truly love and be loved, how the mind drives intimacy, how to avoid common relationship pitfalls, how to communicate and argue better with your partner, the importance of choosing “you”, and more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-stop-sabotaging-yourself-relationships-how-to-use-conflict-to-deepen-relationships-with-human-connection-specialist-mark-grovesFor more info on Mark: https://markgroves.comOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:Athletic Greens, a daily all-in-one superfood powder! To get one year free supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order see: athleticgreens.com/LEAF.Blinkist: To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription see: https://www.blinkist.com/nc/partners/cleaning-up-the-mental-messPODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:3:45 Why the problem with many relationships isn’t about finding a partner, but learning how to love7:03 How to learn how to love and be loved13:43 How to communicate and argue in a relationship25:50 Why we always need to be willing to learn, change, grow and explore in a relationship35:00 How your brain responds to conflict in a relationship38:00 Why we need to believe that we deserve a good relationship50:33 How your relationships affect your mental and physical health56:00 Why you need to choose “you” firstADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resourcesFollow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies:-Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/--Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf-Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf If 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.
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Feb 11, 2021 • 1h 1min

A Neurocycle for healing & improving relationships + how to channel intense & ugly emotions in the right direction

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about how you can use mind management and the Neurocycle method to deal with a relationship crisis in the moment, and how to use self-regulation to heal your relationship over the long-term. Plus, I share some tips on how to channel ugly and intense emotions in the right direction. Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/a-neurocycle-for-healing-improving-relationships-how-to-channel-intense-ugly-emotions-in-the-right-directionOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:BiOptimizers’s Leaky Gut Guardian, which is a great way to heal your gut and improve your immune health! Use code DRLEAF10 for up to 40% off your order and free shipping on select packages at www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf.Ritual, my favorite multivitamins for men, women and children—simple, clean, and backed by science! To get 10% off your first three months of Ritual multivitamins see: ritual/drleaf.PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:4:08 How to deal with a relationship crisis4:40 How the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted relationships7:20 Why you can’t hide what you are going through from your partner11:45 How your significant other changes your brain16:00, 25:10 Rules for communicating & arguing better23:50 How assumptions can lead to a relationship crisis38:58 Why you need to discuss solutions & not just problems with your partner45:50 How to use the Neurocycle to deal with a relationship crisis in the moment & to heal a relationship over the long-termADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resourcesFollow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies:-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.
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Feb 8, 2021 • 59min

How to ask for help, deal with feelings of being burden, & how set boundaries with yourself and others + healing intergenerational trauma with Minaa B.

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: When we think of mental health, we often do so on an individual level—mental health is a personal, private matter. But mental health is also a public health issue, as I discuss on this podcast with writer, speaker, therapist and wellness coach Minaa B. We talk about how justice and community work is vital mental health work, how to ask for help and overcome the guilt and shame of seeking help, how to recognize and set boundaries, how to stick to your boundaries, and more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-ask-for-help-deal-with-feelings-of-being-burden-how-set-boundaries-with-yourself-others-healing-intergenerational-trauma-with-minaa-bFor more info on Minna B. see: https://www.minaab.comhttps://www.instagram.com/minaa_b/OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Jenni Kayne, my favorite online store, which has a beautiful selection of clothes and home goods that will become your favorite forever pieces! Get 15% off your first order when you use code DRLEAF at checkout: https://jennikayne.com.-Munk Pack, a company that makes delicious, low sugar, natural snacks that taste great and are great for your mind and body! Get 20% off your first purchase with the code DRLEAF at checkout: https://munkpack.com.-NOOM, a great way to develop healthier habits, reduce your risk of chronic health problems, reverse disease, and foster a healthier relationship with yourself and others! I love using NOOM to keep track of my exercise routine and make sure I am eating well every day. For your special offer see: noom.com/DRLEAF.PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:1:47 Why Minaa B. does what she does, and why mental health work is more than just working on your own issues3:00 Why social justice work is mental health work14:15 How self-care and community care are related25:10 Why racism is a public health issue31:30 How to heal from intergenerational trauma20:45 Why it is okay to be the problem43:10 How to ask for help52:00 Why boundaries are important when helping othersADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resourcesFollow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies:-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.
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Feb 4, 2021 • 55min

The difference between rest & restoration, why resting alone is not sufficient + a 5 step Neurocycle on how to effectively and sustainably restore your mind & brain

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In the middle of a global pandemic, the idea of rest seems so…complicated. What is it? How do you do it? How do you find peace when things seem so crazy? In this podcast I talk about the difference between resting to restore versus just resting, why rest alone is often not enough, and how to use a Neurocycle to effectively and sustainably restore your mind & brain Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/rest-versus-restorationOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:PlushCare, a company that makes it easy and simple to find a health professional in your area, which I love, especially with my busy lifestyle! Start your membership today. Go to https://plushcare.com/drleaf/ to start your FREE 30-day trial.BLUblox, the best glasses to reduce your exposure to harmful blue and green light. To get 15% off your BLUblox glasses use the code DRLEAF at checkout: blublox.comNed, my favorite CBD company! To get 15% off your Ned CBD order use code DRLEAF at checkout: https://helloned.com/PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:1:50 The difference between rest and restoration2:16 Why just resting is not enough2:55 Why we can still feel exhausted even if we have a great self-care routine4:29 Why we need to take the time to analyze our rest periods and see if they are working for us6:10 Why it takes 63 days to build a new, sustainable habit8:00, 21:00 How to use the Neurocycle technique to learn how to rest well and restore14:20 What is rest?14:44 What is restoration?29:45 Steps to take to rest well and recover your strengthADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resourcesFollow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies:-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.
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Feb 1, 2021 • 45min

How to harness the hidden power of our inner voice to live a healthier, more satisfying, and more productive life + tools to turn the inner chatter into confidence (with Dr. Ethan Kross)

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: People often say we need to watch how we talk to others, but we also need to watch how we talk to ourselves. In this podcast I speak with award-winning psychologist and professor at the University of Michigan Dr. Ethan Kross about the hidden power of your inner voice, how to harness it to live a healthier and more satisfying life, how the silent conversations we have with ourselves impact our health, performance, decisions and relationships, and more!For more info on Dr. Ethan and to get his book visit: www.ethankross.comTwitter: @ethan_krossInstagram: @ethankrossRead the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/chatterOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORSThird Love Bras: To get up to 20% off your Third Love Bra order see: thirdlove/drleaf.Athletic Greens, a daily all-in-one superfood powder that is by far the easiest and most delicious nutritional habit that you can add to your health routine today: To get one year free supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order see: athleticgreens.com/LEAF.PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS3:12 Why Ethan wrote his amazing new book Chatter8:22 Why introspection is a double-edged sword10:38 How to recognize the different between negative self-talk & positive introspection12:14 How to quit negative self-talk29:30 How to help someone who hasn’t asked for help35:40 The power of the default mode network in the brain & why allowing our minds to wander can be a good thingADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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 resourcesFollow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies:-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.
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Jan 28, 2021 • 43min

How to use the 5 step NeuroCycle to heal grief & reclaim the loss of self & identity + how grief changes your brain structure & physical body

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747  Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.com SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I discuss the different types of grief, how to manage grief using the Neurocycle, what happens in the brain and body when we don’t deal with our grief, how grief can affect our emotional and physical health, how to help a loved one deal with their grief, and more!  Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/a-neurocycle-for-healing-grief-how-to-reclaim-the-loss-of-self-identity  SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -Blinkist, 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   -BiOptimizers’s Leaky Gut Guardian, which is a great way to heal your gut and improve your immune health! Use code DRLEAF10 for 10% off any order at https://www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf.   PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 2:30 Why grief is unavoidable in life 3:25 How we can learn to manage grief  3:50 Why we never “get over” loss 4:12 The many types of grief 8:30 How to use mind management and the Neurocycle to manage grief 11:50 How deep breathing helps calm down the mind  21:35 The different stages of grief and how to deal with them  23:20 Why it is so hard to deal with the loss of a loved one, and what you can do to make the process easier   ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -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 Follow me on social media for daily mental health tips & strategies: -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 If 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.
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Jan 25, 2021 • 53min

How to optimize mental clarity, focus, memory, & mood by monitoring your glucose + how stress affects glucose levels, and how I used a Neurocycle to lower a stress-induced glucose spike!

**Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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 3747Register for my FREE NeuroCycle workshop (Feb 27th!): https://neurocycle.eventbrite.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with Josh Clemente, one of Levels a company that developed a smart tracker that monitors your blood glucose in real time, so you can maximize your diet, exercise, mental health and overall wellbeing. Josh and I discuss the importance of tracking your glucose levels, how to know what changes to make based on the data, techniques to balance glucose levels and increase metabolic flexibility, how sleep affects glucose levels, how to use a glucose monitor to improve mental health and decrease the risk for neurodegenerative diseases, and so much more! Plus, I share how I used a Neurocycle to lower a stress-induced glucose spike! Read the show blog: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-optimize-mental-clarity-focus-memory-mood-by-monitoring-your-glucose-how-stress-affects-glucose-levels-how-the-neurocycle-can-improve-metabolic-flexibilityVisit levels.link/drleaf to skip the 75,000+ person waitlist and join Levels today!Follow Levels on social media for more tips and info: @levels on Instagram & TwitterSPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:Thrive Market, which is a great way to shop and save money without leaving your house! Thrive Market makes shopping easier, enjoyable and sustainable! Try Thrive Market today and become a member risk-free! Go to https://thrivemarket.com/drleaf and you’ll get up to 25% off your first order and a FREE gift!NED, a company that makes the highest quality, organic, full spectrum CBD based on the latest science. To get 15% off your first order and free shipping visit https://helloned.com/drleaf or use the code DRLEAF at checkout.PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:7:53 What is Levels, and how can it help you?11:00 Why it is important to prevent major health issues by monitoring our health BEFORE we get sick17:00 How toxic stress impacts our glucose levels and health23:11 How controlling your glucose levels can give you more energy28:46 How our glucose levels can affect memory and brain health, and its relationship to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s33:50 How sleep is affected by irregular glucose levels, and how sleep affects our blood sugar40:00 How “diseases of abundance” have affected our health as a species, and why self-regulation is so important when it comes to our health43:53 Mental health, mood and glucose monitoring45:00 The relationship between mind management, stress and metabolismADDITIONAL RESOURCES:-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/-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.
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Jan 21, 2021 • 42min

The difference between being patient vs. enabling toxic behavior + how to become a super self-regulator

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: 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: In this podcast I discuss the difference between enabling and empowering someone. I also discuss how learning to self-regulate your emotions and thinking can help you enforce and enact effective boundaries, and how my 5 step NeuroCycle can help you become a super self-regulator!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-difference-between-being-patient-vs-enabling-toxic-behavior-how-to-become-a-super-self-regulatorSPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:Huzzah (The most delicious, low sugar seltzers that are filled with probiotics for optimal gut and brain health!). Get 20% off your order with the code DRLEAF at https://drinkhuzzah.com.Ritual (My favorite multivitamin—simple, clean, and backed by science!): To get 10% off your first three months of Ritual multivitamins see: https://ritual.com/drleafPODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:5:03 What is the difference between enabling and empowering?9:40 What is empowerment, and how can you empower a loved one and help them on their healing journey?10:00 Why compassion can lead to empowerment OR enablement, if we are not careful10:53 Why emotions are complicated and can lead to “messy” relationships11:33 How do you say “no”?12:00 How to mind manage your relationships with the Neurocycle13:30 How the Neurocycle can help you make wiser choices and recognize the difference between enabling and empowering18:50 Why we need to listen to and learn from our emotions and feelings, even the uncomfortable ones!33:39 Why you cannot fix other people’s problems for them35:10 How to empower those you loveADDITIONAL 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.

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