CLEANING UP THE MENTAL MESS with Dr. Caroline Leaf

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Dr. Caroline Leaf is a cognitive neuroscientist, bestselling author, and mental health and mind expert. Whether you are struggling with a traumatic brain injury, anxiety, learning difficulties or depression, or you just want to learn how to understand and use your mind to live your best life, this podcast is for you! Each podcast will give you tips and tools to equip and empower you to find freedom and overcome mental-ill health.

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Episode #123: Decoding the ...

01.23.2020

In this episode I interview journalist and top podcaster Jordan Harbinger on what mindset it takes to become successful, how people are doing self-help all wrong and what we should do instead, and why telling other people about our goals ...

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01.23.2020 Episode #123: Decoding the mindsets of the most successful people: why some people succeed and others don’t + how we are doing self-help all wrong (with Jordan Harbinger) In this episode I interview journalist and top podcaster Jordan Harbinger on what mindset it takes to become successful, how people are doing self-help all wrong and what we should do instead, and why telling other people about our goals ...
01.21.2020 Episode #122: 8 Tips to help you become comfortable with uncertainty & use it to your advantage Uncertainty is a certain in life, so we need to learn to become comfortable with the uncomfortableness of not knowing. In this podcast, I discuss WHY we hate uncertainty, why we feel so much discomfort with uncertainty, and HOW to ...
01.16.2020 Episode #121: How to know when (& how) to say NO + How to set and enforce boundaries in relationships and with children, how to deal with narcissists, and more with Dr. Henry Cloud Boundaries are vital to protecting your mental and physical health. But when do we need to set certain boundaries? How do we set them? And how do we best enforce boundaries? In this episode I interview leading boundaries expert Dr. ...
01.13.2020 Episode #120: Struggling to stick to your New Years Resolutions? Listen to this episode! Tips to help you make sustainable changes, deal with set backs, and manage pivots! According to numerous scientific journals 80% of people will FAIL to stick to their New Years Resolutions! In this episode I share some simple and practical tips to help you stick to your resolutions especially when you really feel like ...
01.09.2020 Episode #119: 6 Steps to Stop Self-Sabotage, how to Identify the triggers to self-sabotage that are unique to you + tips to deal with loss and grief with Dr. Judy Ho In this episode I sit down with Dr. Judy Ho, a Triple Board Certified Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychologist and Co-Host of CBS’s The Doctors and a tenured professor at Pepperdine. We discuss why humans are predisposed to self-sabotage, how to ...
01.06.2020 Episode #118: How to not let toxic people or words mess up your mental health and keep you stuck In this episode I bring back one of my most popular episodes from 2019 where I discuss how to deal with toxic people, words, and events in a way that will ensure your mental health is protected. Join my January ...
01.03.2020 Episode #117: How inflammation can mess up our mental health, how to reduce inflammation, what lab tests you need done, dangerous wellness fads and more with Dr. Will Cole In this episode I interview leading functional medicine doctor and bestselling author Dr. Will Cole. He specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing health programs for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal dysfunctions, digestive disorders, and brain ...
12.30.2019 Episode #116: Why defining your value off productivity is ruining your mental health + 3 simple tips to help you maximize time off and recover from burnout Do you find yourself feeling guilty for taking time off? Or constantly feel like you have to tell people how busy you are in order to feel valued? In this mini episode I discuss why we feel guilty for something ...
12.24.2019 Episode #115: Why we often fail to achieve our goals & how to make changes sustainable and more attainable + tips to deal with the mental and physical pain of failure In this mini episode I discuss why we often fail to achieve our goals, why focusing on the end goal is not effective, what we should focus on instead, how to correctly deal with failure, and how to manage the ...
12.19.2019 Episode #114: How artificial light can cause anxiety & depression + tips to help protect your mental and physical health from adverse artificial light exposure By now, I am sure you have heard about the dangers of artificial blue light. Almost every day there is a new article talking about how you shouldn’t sleep near your smart phone, or how you should avoid spending more ...
12.15.2019 Episode #113: How to make stress work for you and not against you + quantum physics, epigenetic and more This episode is an extract from the interview I did recently on Dr. Ben Edwards's radio show You're the Cure. In this interview we discuss the difference between good stress and bad stress, how to make stress work for you, ...
12.12.2019 Episode #112: My daily mental and physical self-care routine to boost cognition, mood, and energy + how to manage your mental health while traveling, tips to deal with jet lag In this episode I discuss how I manage my mind and physical health daily, some simple mind-management tips that help me each day feel my best and do my best, how I manage my mind when traveling, some travel hacks ...
12.09.2019 Episode #111: How CBD can help improve your mental health and reduce anxiety + CBD and children, how to take CBD safely, and more In this episode I cover a very hot topic: CBD. Joining me are Ret and Adriaan, the co-founders of one of the top CBD companies NED. In this episode we discuss what CBD is, how it's different from weed, how ...
12.05.2019 Episode #110: 4 Steps to change a toxic thinking habit into a healthy new neural network In this episode I address one of the main questions I received following the episode I did on depression with my daughter Dominique: how to do the reconceptualizing process. Additional Resources: SWITCH app: https://theswitch.app Visit my website at drleaf.com for ...
12.01.2019 Episode #109: How EMDR Therapy can help with PTSD, trauma, panic attacks, and anxiety + how to help a teen who is suicidal, how to strengthen your child's stress resilience levels and more In this episode I interview Dr. Mark Mayfield on how EMDR therapy can benefit those who struggle with PTSD, panic attacks, anxiety, and other mental health issues. We discuss what EDMR is, how to find a specialist, what to know ...
11.25.2019 Episode #108: How to protect your mental health in this current political climate + Tips to successfully navigate difficult conversations at family gatherings during the holidays This is an episode all about how to agree to disagree when it politics, and how to protect your mental health during this unstable and divided climate. Rather than fighting it out, this episode will help you learn how to ...
11.20.2019 Episode #107: How to use technology & temperature to solve sleeping problems + more tips to help improve sleep fitness and quality, what happens in our brain when don’t sleep enough and more! We have all heard how technology disrupts our sleep, and how a lack of sleep can and will affect our mental and physical health. Well, in this episode I interview Matteo, the founder of 8Sleep, on how we can actually ...
11.17.2019 Episode #106: Can Keto improve your mental health? + The best essential oils for brain health, foods to eat to improve brain & gut health, leaky gut syndrome and more with Dr. Josh Axe In this episode I interview Dr. Josh Axe on the Keto Diet, essential oils, leaky gut syndrome, how to improve our gut health and brain health, how he manages his mental health, ancient medicine, and so much more! For more ...
11.13.2019 Episode #105: How to recognize the early signs of depression and how to recover from depression + tips to help someone else who may be struggling with depression In this special episode I sit down (via Skype!) with my producer, and daughter, Dominique to discuss depression. Dominique shares her struggles with depression, the triggers, how she recovered and manages her mental health now, and how others can help ...
11.10.2019 Episode #104: Mental health tips for entrepreneurs + how to turn failures and weaknesses into a thriving career and life with serial entrepreneur Mark Metry Being an entrepreneur is tough. Burnout, loneliness, constant failure... the list goes on. As someone who started my own company I know first hand how hard and painful it can be. So in this episode I sit down (via Skype!) ...
11.06.2019 Episode #103: 3 Mental Self-Care Habits of the Happiest People Why are there some people who just seem to always be happy no matter what? What is their secret? Today, people are obsessed with achieving happiness yet people seem to be more and more depressed and anxious. I did some ...
10.30.2019 Episode #102: My secret to keeping my brain and body toxin-free + how I manage my mental health and avoid burnout In this episode I share one of my secrets to keeping my brain and body healthy and toxin-free: infrared saunas! This episode covers everything from the different types in saunas, how they benefit our mental and physical health, how to ...
10.23.2019 Episode #101: 5 Reasons why swearing can be good for your mental health! Yes you read that right: swearing can be good for your mental health! How? Listen to find out! Special offers from our sponsors: Get 15% off your entire Kettle & Fire Bone Broth order at Kettleandfire.com/drleaf with code DRLEAF For ...
10.16.2019 Episode #100: A cup of tea a day to keep the anxiety away! How tea can boost mental and brain health with special guest Simon Cheng, CEO & founder of Pique Tea Tea is one of the most nutrient dense drinks on this planet, and filled with compounds and chemicals that are natural mental health and happiness boosters. Unfortunately, most tea sold on the market today is not pure, healthy, or even ...
10.09.2019 Episode #99: When a Mental Crisis Results in Jail or Hospitalization + What we should all know about the mental health legal system, How it is failing, and what we can do about it In this podcast I interview Judge Shelyna Brown and Lori Volkman, JD on the current state of the mental health legal system, how it's failing to help those touched by this system, and what we can do about it. This ...
10.02.2019 Episode #98: Why do we keep making wrong decisions? + Tips to help you become an expert decision maker I am sure you have asked yourself many times why you keep making the same wrong decision. I know I have! So in this episode I discuss the 4 main reasons we make bad decisions, how to stop making the ...
09.25.2019 Episode #97: The one secret to guarantee better sleep + more bonus tips to help you fall asleep faster & stay asleep Do you struggle to fall asleep, or stay asleep at night? We've all been there. Tossing and turning, anxiety levels rising.... Maybe you have tried every trick in the book to help but nothing seems to be working or sustainable. ...
09.20.2019 Episode #96: The influence of genetics, how to stop toxic thinking, how to form healthy habits, the beauty of failure, and more (Interview on the Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast) Listen to the full interview I did recently on the Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast! I really enjoyed doing this interview and hope you find it helpful and insightful! Topics covered: -How our thoughts physically impact our brains and bodies -The ...
09.11.2019 Episode #95: Is the self-help industry contributing to the loneliness epidemic? + Tips to help overcome, or help someone else overcome, loneliness and isolation In this episode I discuss why I believe the self-help industry is doing more harm than good, and how it is contributing to the loneliness epidemic and increasing rates of suicide. In the second half of this episode I discuss ...
09.04.2019 Podcast #94: How to repair & boost gut microbiome health to boost mental health + Tips to improve overall digestion, reduce bloating, and more! The gut and brain are closely connected, so when your gut is unhealthy your brain and mental health may suffer. But with the right knowledge you can easily improve your gut health and boost your mental health! So in this ...
08.28.2019 Episode #93: How to deal with a panic attack in the moment + tips to prevent panic attacks in the future We have all experienced those moments of panic when we feel ourselves going into total shutdown mode. It can happen unexpectedly, and often at night. So what do can you do in the moment to help yourself calm down and ...
08.21.2019 Episode #92: The Do’s and Don’ts of Brain Health + Why and How Correct Brain Health Practices can Reduce Anxiety and Depression In this episode I discuss what we can do to improve our brain health, which will help improve our mental health, with Dr. Darlene Mayo. We talk about the best brain boosting supplements, music therapy, how to keep your brain ...
08.14.2019 Episode #91: How red light therapy can improve mental & brain health, help with sleep issues, reduce brain damage from traumatic brain injuries and so much more! In this episode I interview Wes from Joovv on all things red light therapy, what it is, how it can help with our memory and cognition, and how it can improve our mood, sleep, and so much more! - For ...
08.07.2019 Episode #90: 3 Simple nutrition tips to boost brain & mental health AND improve memory & cognition In this podcast I give 3 simple and highly effective nutrition tips to help boost brain and mental health, and improve memory and cognition! - THINK AND EAT YOURSELF SMART: https://store.drleaf.com/collections/frontpage/products/think-eat-yourself-smart*Also available on Amazon, Audible, Kindle, and wherever books are ...
07.31.2019 Episode #89: How to NOT let toxic people, words, or situations affect your mental health Everyday we face toxic or negative situations that can really mess up our mental health if not managed correctly. In this episode I discuss how to deal with toxic people, words, and situations in the best way that will ensure ...
07.24.2019 Episode #88: “Healing begins with feeling” Interview with Lori Volkman on why we need to feel and embrace our pain and suffering & how to deal with trauma If you have suffered a trauma recently and find it hard to move on, or maybe you find yourself struggling to deal with the hardships in life, then this podcast is for you. In fact, this podcast episode is for ...
07.17.2019 Episode #87: What is Alzheimer's? + Tips to prevent it & how to help someone who has Alzheimer's In this episode I discuss what Alzheimer's is, how it develops, how to prevent it, and how to help someone in your family or someone you know who may have it. - 2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com - Blinkist link: ...
07.10.2019 Episode #86: 4 tips to help drastically reduce anxiety in your life In this episode I discuss 4 simple and practical tips to help you reduce anxiety in your life immediately. These four steps will help you build up your stress resilience and help train your brain to correctly deal with anxiety. ...
07.03.2019 Episode #85: How to recognize the early signs of burnout + tips to prevent and overcome mental burnout Everyday I receive questions on how to deal with burnout and it seems like more and more people are struggling with major mental health issues that are a direct result of burnout. Part of the problem is how our current ...
06.26.2019 Episode #84: 8 Simple steps to build up your stress resilience Did you know stress can actually be good for you if managed correctly? And did you know there are things you can do now in your life to help you better manage stressful situations in the future and avoid burnout? ...
06.19.2019 Episode #83: Why we need to argue more, the mental health benefits of arguing + tips to argue correctly and resolve issues fast Did you know arguing can actually be good for your mental health? In this episode I discuss how arguing can improve your mental health, how to correctly argue, how to resolve issues fast, and how to stop arguing over the ...
06.12.2019 Episode #82: 4 Mental Strategies to Help You Turn Your Worst Day or Week Around We all have bad days (or even bad weeks!) so in this episode I discuss 4 mental strategies to help you deal with bad days and weeks. 2019 Mental Health Summit: https://drleafconference.com For more info on my research project and ...
06.05.2019 Episode #81: How to deal with difficult people and how to help them + tips to protect your own mental health while dealing with difficult people We all have that one person in our lives who is just so difficult to be around. Maybe it's a friend, a spouse, a child, a sister... In this episode I discuss how to deal with difficult people, how to ...
05.29.2019 Episode #80: 5 MORE Simple and Effective Mental Self-Care Tips Guaranteed to Reduce Anxiety in Your Life and Boost Brain Health PART 2 In this episode I discuss 5 more simple and effective mental self-care techniques that will not only increase brain health, decrease anxiety, but also improve your mental health and mood! A few of the tips I discuss are also great ...
05.23.2019 Episode #79: 10 Simple & Effective Mental Self-Care Tips to Keep Your Brain Healthy and Reduce Anxiety (Part 1) In this episode I discuss 5 simple, practical, and effective tips that are guaranteed to boost your mental health and reduce anxiety in your life. Tune in next week for part 2 where I discuss 5 more tips! 2019 Mental ...
05.15.2019 Episode #78: How to deal with performance anxiety + tips to overcome mental blocks Performance anxiety is not just something athletes, actors, speakers, students or CEOs feel. At some point in your life I am sure you have felt the pressure to perform a certain way or achieve a certain goal. And if you ...
05.08.2019 Episode #77: Why do we keep making the same mistakes? + How to stop bad habits Why do we keep making the same mistakes over and over again even though we know it's wrong? How do we stop this? In this episode I discuss why we keep making the same mistakes and how to put an ...
05.01.2019 Episode #76: What is social anxiety and how do we stop it? I really struggled with social anxiety, and sometimes still do but there is a way to overcome this. In this episode I discuss what is social anxiety, why we feel it, and how to overcome it using a few simple ...
04.24.2019 Episode #75: Are you a people pleaser?+ Why it's dangerous and how to stop In this episode I discuss the difference between people-pleasing & peace-making, how to identify if you are a people-pleaser, why it's dangerous, and how to stop people-pleasing for good. Resources:THINK LEARN SUCCEED: https://store.drleaf.com/collections/frontpage/products/think-learn-succeed-bookTHE PERFECT YOU: https://store.drleaf.com/collections/frontpage/products/the-perfect-you 2019 Mental Health Summit: ...
04.17.2019 Episode #74: Is overthinking messing up your mental health? + Tips to help you stop overthinking & overanalyzing Do you find yourself overthinking and overanalyzing every situation? Or perhaps it's something someone said? Do you find yourself getting more and more worked up the more you overthink? In this episode I discuss why we overthink, why it's bad ...

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