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I need to tell you something that might change everything about how you approach your work and life. You've been told that more equals better—more hours, more effort, more output. But here's what neuroscience actually reveals: your brain isn't built for constant productivity. In my latest podcast episode, "The Myth of Productivity," I break down why the hustle culture narrative is literally rewiring your brain for burnout.

I recently had one of those conversations that left me feeling both heartbroken and hopeful. While discussing the complexities of narcissistic relationships on my latest podcast episode, I realized how many of you are silently carrying the weight of these experiences—feeling trapped, confused, and emotionally drained b

You know that feeling when you wake up and your mind is already racing? Before you've even had your first cup of coffee, you're carrying the weight of yesterday's news, today's worries, and tomorrow's unknowns. After decades of studying the brain, I can tell you this: what you're experiencing isn't weakness—it's biolog

I recently had the most fascinating conversation with Talia, a dating expert who went on 150 dates in one year. Yes, you read that right—150 dates. But here's what struck me most: it wasn't the quantity that mattered, it was what her brain learned through the process. Dating today really does feel like emotional gymnas

Have you ever found yourself stuck in something that once served you well, but now feels like it's draining your very soul? I've been there, and I want you to know that recognizing when it's time to let go isn't a sign of weakness—it's actually a sign of incredible self-awareness and intelligence. 🎧 Listen to the full

The human brain undergoes extraordinary changes during major life transitions, and as someone who studies these transformations professionally, I'm continually amazed by one particular phenomenon: the complete rewiring that happens in a man's brain the moment he becomes a father. Here's what I've discovered: fatherhood

I'm excited to share something that's been weighing on my mind lately, and I think it's something we all need to talk about. As someone who's spent decades studying how our brains work, I've been deeply concerned about what I'm seeing happening to our minds in this age of AI—and most of us don't even realize it's happe

You know that moment when everything's falling apart and you either freeze up completely, start frantically trying to fix everything, or maybe just want everyone to leave you alone? There's actually science behind why we all react so differently to stress. I call them stress languages, and once you understand yours, it

Some days feel like too much. Your heart is heavy, your thoughts are spinning, and all you can do is hold yourself together with hope and a half-breath. But here’s the truth: Feeling like a mess isn’t failure. It’s a sign that something deep inside you is trying to change. Your brain rewires through disruption. He

In one of my most eye-opening conversations yet on The Dr. Leaf Show, I sat down with the incredible Dave Asprey—founder of Bulletproof and pioneer in the biohacking movement—to talk about something that might surprise you: the fastest way to heal isn’t always therapy. Now don’t get me wrong—therapy is incredibly valua

Have you ever found yourself trapped in a whirlwind of thoughts—replaying conversations, worrying about the future, or spiraling into a loop of mental noise? If so, you're not alone. In a recent episode of The Dr. Leaf Show, I delved into the powerful difference between overthinking and deep thinking, and how understan

In this episode of The Dr. Leaf Show, I explore a topic that many of us grapple with: the longing for an apology that never comes. It's a situation that can leave us feeling stuck, resentful, and emotionally drained. But what if I told you that the key to healing doesn't lie in receiving that apology, but in giving you