Dr. Leaf's Blog

Breaking Free from Codependency

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Dec 05, 2021

In this podcast (episode #340) and blog, I talk about the difference between codependency and being codependent. In my previous podcast on relationships, I talked about how to handle changing relationships, ...

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How to Recognize & Respond to Passive-Aggressive Behavior

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Dec 01, 2021

In this podcast (episode #339) and blog, I talk about passive-aggressive behavior: what it is, how it can affect us, and how to manage it. Passive aggressiveness is a form of indirect, hostile communication....

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My 2021 Holiday Gift Guide!

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Dec 01, 2021

It is that time of year again! If you are looking for the perfect gift for that special someone this holiday season, I have you covered: Ned’s Full Spectrum Hemp Oil is extracted from USDA Certified Organi...

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How to Befriend Your Inner Critic + How to Become a “Thought Detective"

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Nov 28, 2021

In this podcast (episode #338) and blog, I talk about our inner critic: what it is, and how to manage it. The inner critic is that voice inside your head that is regularly telling you that you are not good e...

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Why Aren’t We Talking About Men’s Mental Health Enough? + Ways to De-Stigmatize Men’s Mental Struggles

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Nov 24, 2021

In this podcast (episode #337) and blog, I am going to talk about the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and what we can do to address the issue on both an individual and collective level. Mental health ...

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Is FOMO Messing Up Your Mental Health? + How to Take Back Control & Find Freedom

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Nov 21, 2021

In this podcast (episode #336) and blog, I want to talk about something I am sure you have experienced at least once in your life: FOMO, or the fear of missing out. This is a mindset that is similar to the “...

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How to Make Healthy Decisions Under High Pressure & Anxiety

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Nov 14, 2021

In this podcast (episode #334) and blog, I speak about the link between anxiety, stress, and decision-making. Often, when we are in an anxious state, we cannot seem to make a decision, or, if we do, we end u...

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Overcoming Toxic “Should Have” and “Could Have” Thoughts

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Nov 07, 2021

In this podcast (episode #332) and blog, I talk about those thoughts that tend to steal our peace and affect our mental health, such as “would have”, “should have” and “if only”.  Like a spider spins a web, ...

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The Difference Between Toxic and Healthy Boundaries

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 31, 2021

In this podcast (episode #330) and blog, I discuss boundaries: what they are, why they are important, and how to create healthy boundaries in your life and relationships.  There is so much information out th...

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How Trauma Impacts Hormones + How to Use Mind-Management to Treat Hormonal Imbalances

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 27, 2021

In this podcast (episode #329) and blog, I talk to leading hormone expert and N.Y. Times best-selling author Dr. Sara Gottfried about hormone balancing and education, how our hormones can impact our mental a...

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The Myth of Multitasking + How to Actually Improve Focus to Get Things Done

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 20, 2021

In this podcast (episode #327) and blog, I interview cognitive neuroscientist and author Dr. Amishi P. Jha about her amazing new book, Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day....

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Reclaiming Your Identity After Trauma

By Dr. Caroline Leaf on Oct 17, 2021

In this podcast (episode #326) and blog, I am going to talk about the relationship between complex trauma and identity, how trauma can create a distorted perception of the self, and how you can learn how to ...

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