Dr. Caroline Leaf Podcast

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with Caroline Foran, bestselling author, speaker, journalist, blogger and top podcast host, about making anxiety work for you and not against you, why anxiety is a signal and not a disease, how to manage anxiety using your incredible mind, and so much more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-key-to-managing-moving-through-owning-anxiety-the-link-between-childhood-trauma-anxietyFollow Caroline on social media: @carolineforanOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Bitty Baby by American Girl: My listeners can get an exclusive, one-time offer of 15% off your order of Bitty Baby products with promo code DRLEAF at americangirl.com-Grammarly: Get 20% off Grammarly Premium by signing up at Grammarly.com/DRLEAF.-LMNT, my favorite electrolyte drink mixes: For a limited

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I will talk about these different trauma responses, and how to manage them in the moment using self-regulation and mind-management techniques. Although recent research indicates there may be two more trauma responses common to human beings, I am just going to concentrate on the main four for this podcast.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/the-different-types-of-traumaOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BiOptimizer’s Blood Sugar Breakthrough: For an exclusive offer for my listeners, just go to www.bloodsugarbreakthrough.health/drleaf and save 10% with code DRLEAF10 when you try Blood Sugar Breakthrough.-Public Goods, my preferred online goods store: Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to https://www.publicgoods.com and use co

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak to Ashley Bendiksen, an expert in abuse prevention and personal development, national speaker, Top Youth Speaker, certified life empowerment coach, author, nonprofit founder, award-winning activist, and founder of the Blue Hearts Project. We discuss the wide-teaching impact of domestic violence, how Ashley uses her experiences to educate and help others, the warning signs of domestic violence, how to help someone who may be in an abusive relationship, the importance of teaching our children about healthy relationships, and so much more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/healing-from-abusive-relationships-how-to-identify-red-flags-in-a-relationship-how-to-help-someone-in-an-abusive-relationshipOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Athletic Greens: To get one year

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about how to manage your anxiety when people don’t respond to you, or when you don’t get the response that you expected, and how to navigate the assumptions we all tend to make in our head when someone reacts in a way we perceive as negative.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-respond-when-you-don-t-get-the-response-you-want-or-need-a-neurocycle-to-help-identify-eliminate-the-toxic-assumptions-causing-you-mental-distressOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BetterHelp, an amazing company that can assess your needs and match you with your own licensed professional therapist: Get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf.-Huzzah (my favorite probiotic drink!): Get your cooler ready and stock up on HUZZAH Probiotic Seltzer by using code DRLEAF for 20%

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to Shawn Stevenson, creator of The Model Health Show, one of the top health and fitness podcasts, and author of the bestselling book Eat Smarter. We speak about so many things, including the role of the mind in healing the body, food as information, and why we need to make real food accessible to all.Get Shawn's book here: https://eatsmarterbook.comRead the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-eat-smarter-use-the-power-of-food-to-reboot-your-metabolism-upgrade-your-brain-transform-your-lifeOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Plushcare: Go to https://plushcare.com/drleaf/ to start your FREE 30-day trial.-Ana Luisa Jewelry: I LOVE them, their pieces start at just $39, and you can get 20% off with their summer sale at https://shop.analuisa.com/drleaf!-Ritual

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about the COVID-19 virus and its potential impact on the brain, and how we can manage and improve cognitive side-effects of the virus.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-to-use-directed-neuroplasticity-to-rewire-harmful-covid-pandemic-ptsd-effectsOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Four Sigmatic: Get up to 40% off + Free Shipping on select bundles. To claim this deal you MUST go to Foursigmatic.com/DRLEAF.-BiOptimizer’s Magnesium: 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.-Daily Harvest: Stay cool, calm, and collected during the summer heat! Go to DAILY-HARVEST.com and enter code DRLEAF to get $25 off your first box!PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:1:40, 15:20, 22:30 How the

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk to N.Y. Times bestselling author, podcast host and psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb about her new book, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, the power of agency, how to let go of the narratives of the past, therapy as a process of self-understanding, and so much more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/identifying-breaking-free-from-the-jails-we-create-for-ourselves-the-one-question-most-people-struggle-with-in-life-with-lori-gottliebGet Lori's book here: https://lorigottlieb.com/books/maybe-you-should-talk-to-someone/And follow he Ron social media: https://www.instagram.com/lorigottlieb_author/OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-InsideTracker: Get up to 25% off their entire store at Insidetracker.com/DRLEAF-Blinkist: To get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcastI talk about the impact of COVID on the brain, how we can manage COVID-related mental health struggles, and how to mentally prepare for a re-opened society and going back to "normal" life.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/how-the-covid-pandemic-changed-our-brains-how-to-mentally-prepare-for-a-re-opened-society-going-back-to-normalOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Huzzah (my favorite refreshing probiotic seltzer!): Get your cooler ready and stock up on HUZZAH Probiotic Seltzer by using code DRLEAF for 20% off your order at drinkhuzzah.com.-NOOM: Sign up for your trial at Noom.com/DRLEAF.PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:3:28 How our brains have changed during the pandemic4:00 The mind-brain-body connection5:00 Anxiety has tripled during the pandemic: what can we do?6:15 How ou

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with long-time family friend and amazing young woman Vimbai Masiyiwa about managing mental health as a young adult and millennial, surviving cancer & finding hope, the importance of de-stigmitizing mental health, how culture and religion can impact how we view mental health struggles, the power of education and more!Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/mental-health-advice-for-millennials-young-adults-how-to-find-joy-healing-despite-a-serious-illnessFollow Vimbai on Instagram for more great tips: @vim_masiyiwa OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-NED, a company that makes the highest quality, organic, full spectrum CBD based on the latest science. I take NED’s CBD daily, and have honestly seen a difference in my sleep quality and mental health!  To

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk all about childhood depression, who is most affected by it, the signs to look out for, and how to educate our children about mental health. Plus I share some practical solutions to help children learn how to manage their mental health that can be implemented in schools, home, and community centers. Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/practical-solutions-to-help-children-manage-depression-trauma-signs-your-child-may-be-struggling-with-depression-how-mental-ill-health-affects-dnaOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Amen Clinics: Visit amenclinics.com/drleaf and use the promo code DRLEAF10 to get 10% off your first evaluation.-InsideTracker (a science-based company that analyzes your blood, your DNA, your lifestyle and nutrition habits, and tells you how to liv

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with clinical psychologist Dr. Shefali about her amazing new book, The Radical Awakening, and how we can turn pain into power, embrace our truth and live free.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/dr-shefaliGet Dr. Shefali's new book here: https://www.aradicalawakening.comOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Public Goods: Receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with NO MINIMUM purchase. Just go to https://www.publicgoods.com and use code DRLEAF at checkout.-LMNT, my favorite electrolyte drink mixes: Get a free LMNT Sample Pack. For more information and to claim your free offer visit: http://drinklmnt.com/Leaf.-BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf.-BiOptimizer’s Magnesium: For an exclusive offer for m

Early bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comGet a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: So, what exactly is “shock-absorbing”? It is kind of like feeling you need to smooth things over all the time or keep the peace/avoid conflict in your relationships. It includes feeling responsible for maintaining harmony in your relationships, trying to justify another person’s negative behavior to blunt their impact, taking on more and more responsibility in a relationship, feeling resentful or over-burdened because you are always trying to keep the peace, or putting up with bad behavior to avoid conflict.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/are-you-a-shock-absorber-the-signs-how-it-messes-up-your-mental-health-solutionsOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Ancient Nutrition (the best collagen powders!):Go to ancientnutrition.com and use the code DRLEAF at checkout to get up to 20

Get a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comEarly bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with Josh Harris, a former pastor and bestselling author who has dramatically shifted his views on purity culture. We discuss everything, from healthier ways to talk about sex and safety and the neuroscience of guilt and shame to the trauma of losing your “tribe” and the incredible power of recognizing your mistakes and changing your mind.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/josh-harrisOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Amen Clinics: Visit amenclinics.com/drleaf and use the promo code DRLEAF10 to get 10% off your first evaluation.-Athletic Greens: To get one year free supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order see: athleticgreens.com/LEAF.-NED: Get 15% off your first order and free shipping visit helloned.com/drleaf or use t

Get a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comEarly bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast my husband Mac and I talk about how we manage stress in our own relationship, how we live and work together, and why keeping the peace isn’t always the best thing to do in a relationship.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/why-keeping-the-peace-may-not-be-the-best-thing-other-relationship-advice-with-my-husband-macOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BiOptimizers Magnesium: or an exclusive offer for my listeners go to http://www.magbreakthrough.com/leaf and use DRLEAF10 during checkout to save 10% on your order.-Daily Harvest (my favorite food delivery service!): Go to daily-harvest.com and enter promo code DRLEAF to get $25 off your first box!-Four Sigmatic (the best superfood drinks and coffee!): Get up to 40% off + Free Shipping on select bundles.

Get a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comEarly bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with actress and former child star Alyson Stoner about what happens when stardom becomes too much to handle, why she became an advocate for children in the entertainment industry, the dangers of pressuring children from a young age, and how to help children manage stress and pressure.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/former-disney-channel-star-speaks-about-mental-health-struggles-overcoming-an-eating-disorder-battling-depressionOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-MeUndies: Get your 15% off your first order and free shipping go to MeUndies.com/DRLEAF.-Blinkist: Get your free week on Blinkist AND 25% off your subscription see: https://www.blinkist.com/nc/partners/cleaning-up-the-mental-mess.-InsideTracker: Get up to 25% off their entire store at Insid

Get a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comEarly bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk about identity and its relationship to mental health, and how our environment shapes and impacts our individuality. I decided to do this episode in response to the many messages and emails I get from people who are struggling with low self-esteem—people who feel that their identity has been crushed or stolen by the challenges they have faced.Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/a-5-step-neurocycle-to-manage-low-self-esteem-how-to-find-your-identity-again-after-a-crisis-or-challengeOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-Athletic Greens (my fav daily all-in-one superfood powder that tastes great!): Get one year free supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order see: athleticgreens.com/LEAF.-Feetures (the BEST socks): Get $10 Off Your First Pair of Feetur

Get a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comEarly bird tickets on sale now for my 2021 Mental Health Retreat: https://www.drleafconference.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I speak with Poppy Jamie, founder of Happy Not Perfect, a popular podcast and meditation app for anxiety. We discuss everything from understanding anxiety and the importance of self-compassion to the link between mind, brain and body, how to own and manage panic attacks and anxiety, and how to unwire perfectionism once and for all! Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/unwiring-perfectionism-how-flexible-thinking-can-help-reduce-anxiety-stress-with-poppy-jamieGet Poppy's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Not-Perfect-Challenge-Thoughts-ebook/dp/B089S7JGFHFollow her on Instagram: @poppyjamieOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BetterHelp (the best online therapy app): get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/drleaf-Boll & Branch, a fair-trade comp

Get a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.comSHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I talk all about anxiety, surprising reasons you may be anxious, some of my top tips to reduce anxiety, and how to use the 5 step Neurocycle to manage daily anxiety. Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/surprising-reasons-you-may-be-anxious-how-to-use-the-neurocycle-to-manage-reduce-anxietyOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-InsideTracker: Get up to 25% off their entire store at Insidetracker.com/DRLEAF.-LMNT: Get a free LMNT Sample Pack—you only have to cover the cost of shipping (which is just $5 for US customers)! For more information and to claim your free offer visit: http://drinklmnt.com/Leaf.-Reliefband, the #1 FDA-Cleared anti-nausea wristband: To get 20% off your Reliefband order and free shipping, go to reliefband.com and use promo code DRLEAF-Public Goods, my one-stop shop for sustainable, high quality everyday essentials made from clean ingredi

https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/healing-depression-burnout-with-michelle-williams-how-to-help-a-child-struggling-with-depressionGet my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747Get a free Cleaning up your Mental Mess workbook when you sign up for my weekly newsletter at drleaf.com SHOW DESCRIPTION: I speak to my dear friend and award-winning singer Michelle Williams about her new book Checking In, how she healed from intense depression, signs of depression, and how to help a child who is struggling with depression. Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/healing-depression-burnout-with-michelle-williams-how-to-help-a-child-struggling-with-depressionGet Michelle's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Checking-Getting-about-Depression-Life/dp/1400223334/ref=tmm_hrd_

Get my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.comDownload my new and improved brain detox app here: https://neurocycle.appSign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747SHOW DESCRIPTION: Brain building is easy, effective and something everyone can and should be doing every day. It is one of the most powerful resilience-building mental health tools out there, and completely underappreciated in the wellness space. In this podcast I explain how to brain-build, and how to make it a daily habit. Read show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news/brain-building-the-missing-key-to-optimal-mental-health-why-we-dont-talk-about-it-often-enough-how-to-brain-build-correctly-how-to-make-it-a-sustainable-daily-habitOFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS:-BiOptimizer’s Cognibiotics:Get up to 40% off your order and free shipping on select packages at cognibiotics.com/drleaf.-Huzzah, the most delicious, low sugar seltzers: Get up t