

CLEANING UP YOUR MENTAL MESS with Dr. Caroline Leaf
Dr. Caroline Leaf
Hi! I’m Dr. Caroline Leaf. I’m a cognitive neuroscientist, author, & mental health expert. Whether you are struggling in your personal life or simply want to learn how to understand and use your mind to live your best life, this podcast will provide you with practical & scientific tips and tools to help you take back control over your mental, emotional, and physical health. Visit: https://drleaf.com*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your personal physician if you have any personal medical questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 38min
6 steps to a less anxious life with John Delany
In this episode, I talk with Dr. John Delony about how to recognize and interpret the anxiety signals in your life. John also shares 6 steps to help you be a little less anxious. More about John: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/john-delony🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: https://drleaf.com 📲Get 20% off my brain detox app with code NEUROCYCLE20 (only for first-time web subscriptions): https://web.neurocycle.app/AuthSplash💡OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Purity Woods:Turn back time on the appearance of your skin with Purity Woods’s Age-Defying Dream Cream. Purity Woods is currently offering 17% off sitewide but we have an additional 10% discount for our listeners for a total savings of 27%! Go to puritywoods.com/DRLEAF and enter code DRLEAF at checkout for an additional 10% off your first order.-Biom: For a limited time, you can enjoy 15% off your first one month supply of NOBS (only applicable to the small 1 month jar) with the code DRLEAF at https://betterbiom.com/DRLEAF. 📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific startegies to help you improve your mental health. Sign up here: https://drleaf.com 🖥️WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DrCarolineLeaf GET IN TOUCH: 🌍 My website: https://drleaf.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf 💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf*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.

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Oct 23, 2023 • 15min
3 Tips to Rebuild Trust
🚨Get 15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: https://drleaf.com 📲Get 20% off my brain detox app with code NEUROCYCLE20 (only for first-time web subscriptions): https://web.neurocycle.app/AuthSplashIn this mini episode, I share my top 3 tips to help rebuild trust or redefine trust. Check out Sad Girl Creamery here: https://www.sadgirlcreamery.com/💡OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Neurohacker: Go to neurohacker.com/DRLEAF for up to $100 OFF Qualia Mind, and as a listener of Cleaning Up the Mental Mess use code DRLEAF at checkout for an additional 15% off any purchase. -Juvlabs: Cognitive Switch just launched, and for a limited time, my listeners can enjoy a special offer of 20% off. Just visit juvlabs.com/DRLEAF to get your discount! 📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific startegies to help you improve your mental health. Sign up here: https://drleaf.com 🖥️WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DrCarolineLeaf GET IN TOUCH: 🌍 My website: https://drleaf.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf 💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf*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.

Oct 19, 2023 • 36min
Ice-cream: a mental health treatment?
SueEllen Mancini, mental health advocate and founder of Sad Girl Creamy, shares how she turned her mental health journey into an ice cream business. They discuss the appeal of ice cream, the process of receiving a mental health diagnosis, and the importance of self-forgiveness and patience. SueEllen's unique ice cream flavors serve as a tool for starting conversations about mental health and creating a supportive community.

Oct 16, 2023 • 16min
The benefits of jealousy
Discover the positive aspects of jealousy and how it can be a tool for personal growth. Explore the benefits of self-reflection and goal-setting prompted by jealousy. Learn how jealousy can strengthen relationships through open conversations and resolution of issues. Gain practical strategies for managing jealousy and maintaining emotional balance.

Oct 12, 2023 • 1h 2min
How to eat smarter with Shawn Stevenson
Shawn Stevenson, a bestselling author and health expert, joins Dr. Caroline Leaf to discuss eating smarter and the benefits of eating with others in reducing stress. They emphasize the power of mindset and diet in transforming health, managing toxic stress and magnesium deficiency, targeting behaviors by changing the mind, building a culture of change, the controversy surrounding artificial sweeteners, grass-fed beef, and the importance of raw honey for dogs.

Oct 9, 2023 • 18min
6 reasons why personality tests may be harmful
The podcast discusses the dangers of popular personality tests, the need for scientific validation, and explores the limitations of these tests. It emphasizes embracing personal uniqueness beyond defined categories and advocates for personalized approaches to self-discovery and personal growth.

Oct 5, 2023 • 41min
Identifying your unwanted emotional baggage
In this epsidoe I interview with Dr. Jessica Stern and Dr. Nina Polyné, the hosts of Baggage Drop and members of Wondermind’s Advisory Committee, the world’s first mental health ecosystem founded by actress Selena Gomez. We discuss how to identify the baggae holding you back from ending bad habits, how to release yourself from that baggage, and how to create new na dhealthy habits. 💡OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -ZocDoc: Just go to Zocdoc.com/LEAF and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. -Juvlabs: Cognitive Switch just launched, and for a limited time, our listeners can enjoy a special offer of 20% off. Visit juvlabs.com/DRLEAF. -Kion: So if you want to say goodbye to 3pm slumps and finish off your day with natural, lasting energy, check out Kion Aminos. To save 20%, go to getkion.com/drleaf. 📲Download my brain detox app here: https://www.neurocycle.app 🚨15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: https://drleaf.com📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific startegies to help you improve your mental health. Sign up here: https://drleaf.com🖥️WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DrCarolineLeaf GET IN TOUCH:🌍 My website: https://drleaf.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf 💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf *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.

Oct 2, 2023 • 17min
6 Tips for dealing with draining friendships
SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this mini episode I share 6 tips to help you distinguish if afriendship is drianing or recharging, and how to deal with draining friendships. 💡OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -ButcherBox: Sign up today using code drleaf to receive Ground Beef for Life + 20 dollars off your first order: butcherbox.com/drleaf -OneSkin: Get 15% off with the code DRLEAF at oneskin.co📲Download my brain detox app here: https://www.neurocycle.app 🚨15% OFF Brain-Ee bundle here: https://drleaf.com📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific startegies to help you improve your mental health. Sign up here: https://drleaf.com🖥️WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DrCarolineLeaf GET IN TOUCH:🌍 My website: https://drleaf.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf 💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf *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.

Sep 28, 2023 • 46min
How to forgive yourself (with Josh Harris)
Dr. Caroline Leaf discusses forgiveness and personal growth with guest Josh Harris, former pastor and author. They explore embracing curiosity, making major life changes, the power of human connection, challenging traditional beliefs enabled by the internet, and the impact of technology and language on society. They also touch on minimalistic toothpaste, social media's effect on mental health, and the dangers of tribalism and manipulation within the church.

Sep 25, 2023 • 12min
4 Tips to Instantly Boost Your Mood
Download my brain detox app here: https://www.neurocycle.app Get the Brain-Ee bundle here: https://drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this mini episode I share 4 of my favorite strategies to boost your mood and help reduce anxiety. OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -Purity Woods: Get 27% OFF with code DRLEAF at puritywoods.com/drleafADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Visit my website for more resources, all my books and more: https://drleaf.com/ Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleafFacebook: 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.