Dr. Leaf's Blog

Neuroplasticity: What It Is & How to Harness Its Power for Your Benefit

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 17, 2022

In this podcast (episode #426) and blog, I talk about neuroplasticity and the brain’s ability to respond to the mind. This podcast is part 7 of my series on the different parts of the mind and brain.    As m...

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How to Break Free from PTSD

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 12, 2022

In this podcast (episode #425) and blog, I talk to former army captain, politician, attorney and podcast host Jason Kander about his new book Invisible Storm, managing and healing from PTSD and depression, w...

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How to Make Intrusive Thoughts Work for You, Not Against You

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 10, 2022

In this podcast (episode #424) and blog, I talk about managing intrusive thoughts. This podcast is part 6 of my series on the different parts of the mind and brain.   As mentioned in my previous podcasts on ...

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How a Sauna a Day Keeps the Stress Away

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 05, 2022

If you have been following me for a while, you will know how much I love my infrared sauna from Sunlighten! It is an integral part of my mental and physical health regimen, my favorite place to do brain re...

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What is the Mind?

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 02, 2022

In this podcast (episode #422) and blog, I talk about what the mind is. This podcast is part 5 of my series on the different parts of the mind and brain.   As mentioned in my previous podcasts on this topic,...

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How Stoicism Can Help Improve Your Mental Health

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Sep 29, 2022

In this podcast (episode #421) and blog, I talk to philosopher and bestselling author Ryan Holiday about the power of stoicism, how to develop discipline and self-regulation, and so much more! As Ryan point...

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The Difference Between Thoughts & Memories

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Sep 25, 2022

In this podcast (episode #420) and blog, I talk about the difference between thoughts and memories. This podcast is part 4 of my series on the different parts of the mind.  As mentioned in my previous podcas...

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An Interview with The First Man to Trek Solo Across Antarctica + How Walking Can Improve Your Mental Health

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Sep 21, 2022

In this podcast (episode #419) and blog, I talk to best-selling author and explorer Colin O’ Brady on his adventures in Antarctica, Everest and other incredible places around the world, how to embark on your...

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How to Listen to & Learn from Your Mental & Physical Warning Signals

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Sep 18, 2022

In this podcast (episode #418) and blog, I talk about our mental and physical warning signals, what they are, and why we need to listen to them. This podcast is part 3 of my series on the different parts of ...

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How to Redefine the Role that Trauma Plays in Your Life

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Sep 14, 2022

In this podcast (episode #417) and blog, I talk to top podcast host and author Michael Anthony about healing childhood trauma, the power of identity, why we should do something different every day, the powe...

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How to Tap Into the Nonconcious Mind to Unwire Trauma & Toxic Thinking Habits

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Sep 11, 2022

In this week’s podcast (episode #416) and blog, I continue my discussion of the different parts of the mind, and how they are connected. Last week, I spoke about the difference between the nonconscious, subc...

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Debunking the Serotonin-Depression Theory (with Psychiatrist & Professor Dr. Joanna Moncrieff)

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Sep 07, 2022

In this podcast (episode #415) and blog, I talk to psychiatrist, researcher, professor and best-selling author Dr. Joanna Moncrieff about her new study on the chemical imbalance myth, antidepressants as plac...

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