🎧 Podcast Description

Is Your Brain on Overdrive? Here's How to Tell If You're Thinking Too Much—Or Thinking Well

We’ve all been there—replaying conversations, worrying about the future, spiraling in a loop of mental noise. But is that really helping you—or just stressing you out?

In this bite-sized episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf breaks down the powerful difference between overthinking and deep thinking, and why understanding the two could change your mental health game. You’ll learn how to stop spiraling, quiet the chaos in your mind, and train your brain to think in a way that actually moves you forward—not keeps you stuck.

🧠 Key Highlights

• The neuroscience of why we overthink—and how to stop it in 63 seconds
• How to spot when you’ve crossed the line from reflecting to ruminating
• 3 simple ways to shift from anxious thinking to deliberate, deep thinking
• Breathing and journaling techniques that calm your nervous system
• Why movement, curiosity, and questioning are your superpowers for mental peace

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

SPONSORS MAKING THIS SHOW POSSIBLE:

BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough: Nourish your brain and body with Magnesium Breakthrough now. For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drleaf and use promo code DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10%.

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GET IN TOUCH:

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*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.

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What if the apology you’re waiting for never comes?

In this powerful episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf unpacks how to move on when someone never acknowledges the pain they caused. You’ll learn how unresolved hurt affects your brain and body—and how to rewire your healing from the inside out. Backed by neuroscience, packed with practical tools, and grounded in emotional truth, this episode will help you let go of resentment, reclaim your power, and find peace—whether or not you ever hear “I’m sorry.”

🧠 “You don’t need their apology. You need your permission to heal.”

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

SPONSORS MAKING THIS SHOW POSSIBLE:

BRANCH BASICS: Ready to detox your home and boost your health? Head to BranchBasics.com and grab their Premium Starter Kit—a game-changer for safe, effective, non-toxic cleaning. Use code DRLEAF15 at checkout to get 15% off your kit.

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GET IN TOUCH:

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📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf

🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf

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*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.

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In this episode, I unpack one of life's hardest decisions: when to stay and work through challenges—and when it’s time to move on for the sake of your mental and emotional health.

You'll learn how to tune into the signals your mind and body are sending you, recognize when discomfort leads to growth versus harm, and use simple mind-management tools from my new book Help in a Hurry to build clarity and resilience.

Key highlights:

• How to tell the difference between growth pain and toxic stress
• The role of neuroplasticity in healing after hard decisions
• Simple mindset shifts to help you move forward with confidence
• Reflective questions to guide your next right step

You are not stuck. You are not powerless. Your mind holds the wisdom you need to choose your next chapter.

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

SPONSORS MAKING THIS SHOW POSSIBLE:

Pique Tea: If you’re tired of feeling depleted and want to finally nourish your body the right way, now’s the time—get 20% off plus a FREE rechargeable frother and glass beaker with my exclusive link: Piquelife.com/drleaf. 

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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.

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In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with my dear friend and transformational life coach, Craig Siegel, to explore what it truly means to reinvent your mind and your life.

Craig shares his powerful personal story — from the high-pressure world of Wall Street to becoming a bestselling author and thought leader — and how rewiring his own mindset through intentional neuroplasticity led him to a more meaningful, purpose-driven life.

Together, we unpack the science and strategy behind reinvention, mindset shifts, and conscious connection — and how you can apply these tools to build authentic relationships, overcome imposter syndrome, and unlock mental resiliencefor personal and professional growth.

• How to rewire your brain for reinvention using the power of neuroplasticity
• Practical steps to overcome imposter syndrome and embrace your true identity
• The neuroscience behind shifting mindsets from survival to purpose
• Why authenticity and aligned energy are key to building meaningful networks
• How to move from fear-based decisions to intentional, brain-directed change
• The daily habits Craig used to transform his life — and how you can use them too

This is more than a conversation — it’s a practical, empowering guide to embracing change with intention and clarity. You’ll leave inspired, grounded, and equipped with tools to begin your own transformation.

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies 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.

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Description: Ever wonder if that gut feeling is fear or intuition? In this episode, I break down how to tell the difference—and how to calm anxiety so you can hear your inner wisdom clearly.

You’ll learn:

1. The science behind anxiety and intuition

2. Why anxiety stems from fear, past experiences, and “what-if” thinking

3. How intuition is actually a signal from your nonconscious mind rooted in wisdom

4. Key ways to distinguish between a fearful spiral and an intuitive nudge

5. Quick, practical tools to calm anxiety and tune into your inner guidance

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

Sponsors making this episode possible:

BIOPTIMIZERS MAGNESIUM BREAKTHROUGH: Nourish your brain and body with Magnesium Breakthrough now. For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drleaf and use promo code DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10 percent. 

BRANCH BASICS: Right now, our listeners get 15% off the Premium Starter Kit by using code DRLEAF15 at BranchBasics.com. 

📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies 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.

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

Description: Do you feel exhausted even after a whole night’s sleep or a seemingly restful weekend? You might unknowingly be caught in mindless habits slowly wearing you down. In this episode, Jessica breaks down five common, sneaky habits that drain your mental and physical energy—from chaotic multitasking to overstimulation from tech and shallow breathing. These aren’t just bad habits—they’re signs your mind is running on empty.

Tune in to learn:

• Why your messy desk might be stressing you out more than you realize
• How "milkshake multitasking" scrambles your focus
• The surprising science behind why doing nothing is actually doing something powerful
• Simple tools like "thinker moments" and deep breathing to reboot your mind and restore energy

These quick neuroscience-backed tips will help you stop the spiral of overwhelm, create calm, and start feeling like yourself again—even when life isn’t perfect.

Sponsors making this episode possible:

OLLIE DOG FOOD: Give your pup a fresh start this new year by letting them taste test a personalized meal plan with Ollie! Head to Ollie.com/DRLEAF, tell them all about your dog, and use code DRLEAF to get 60% off your first box of meals when you subscribe today! Plus, they offer a Clean Bowl Guarantee on the first box, so if you're not completely satisfied, you'll get your money back.

📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies 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.

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

Description: Dopamine isn’t just the “feel-good” chemical—it’s your brain’s motivation engine. In this episode, I unpack the real science behind dopamine, debunk common myths, and reveal how modern life hijacks your brain’s reward system. Learn how to take back control using the Neurocycle method and start rewiring your brain for focus, drive, and long-term fulfillment. It’s not about detoxing dopamine—it’s about resetting it, training your mind to crave what truly serves you.

Sponsors making this episode possible:

BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough: Nourish your brain and body with Magnesium Breakthrough now. For an exclusive offer, go to bioptimizers.com/drleaf and use promo code DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10 percent. 

📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies 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.

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

In this insightful episode I sit down with Jeff Krasno, author of Good Stress: The Health Benefits of Doing Hard Things. Jeff shares his personal journey from a diabetes diagnosis to reclaiming health through embracing life's challenges. We delve into the concept of 'good stress'—how practices like fasting, cold exposure, and engaging in difficult conversations can enhance physiological, psychological, and social well-being. Jeff also discusses the evolutionary mismatch between our ancestors' stressors and today's comforts, offering practical strategies to harness stress for growth and resilience. Tune in to discover how doing hard things can lead to a healthier, more vibrant life!

Get Jeff's book here: https://onecommune.mykajabi.com/goodstressbook?preview_theme_id=2159005940

Sponsors making this episode possible:

 ZOCDOC: Stop putting off those doctors’ appointments and go to Zocdoc.com/LEAF to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today!

AG1: AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You'll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. So make sure to check out DrinkAG1.com/mentalmess to get this offer!

📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies 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.

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

Are FOBO (Fear of Better Options) and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) running your life? The constant chase for the “best” choice can leave you mentally drained, stuck in decision paralysis, and dissatisfied—even when you do decide. In this episode, we break down Barry Schwartz’s Paradox of Choice and uncover the hidden mental costs of overchoice. Learn four powerful strategies—including pre-deciding, setting digital boundaries, and using the Neurocycle—to clear the chaos, simplify decisions, and take back control of your mind. Tune in and start thinking deeply, living intentionally, and hacking your brain for a better life!

Sponsors making this episode possible:

PUORI: Right now you get an amazing 20% off their health products, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Available when you visit my exclusive URL Puori.com/DRLEAFand use my promo code DRLEAF, or save 20% off when you make a one-time purchase.

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📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies 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.

Pre-order my new book here and get over $900 worth of amazing bonuses (and a chance to work 1:1 with me!): https://helpinahurrybook.com/

What if a few mindset shifts could change everything? In this episode, I’m sharing 7 life-changing truths that can transform the way you think, feel, and interact with the world. From managing expectations without resentment to setting healthy boundaries, embracing rest, and making kindness your superpower—these insights will help you rewire your mind for more peace, wisdom, and resilience.

Sponsors making this episode possible:

• AG1: AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You'll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. So make sure to check out DrinkAG1.com/mentalmess to get this offer! 
• Ancient Nutrition: Ancient Nutrition is offering 25% off your first order when you go to AncientNutrition.com/DRLEAF
• Ollie Dog Food: Give your pup a fresh start this new year by letting them taste test a personalized meal plan with Ollie! Head to Ollie.com/DRLEAF, tell them all about your dog, and use code DRLEAF to get 60% off your first box of meals when you subscribe today! Plus, they offer a Clean Bowl Guarantee on the first box, so if you're not completely satisfied, you'll get your money back.

📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies 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.