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Dream Big, Wire Bigger: Mark Pentecost on Mindset That Rewires Your Brain

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Dream Big, Wire Bigger: Mark Pentecost on Mindset That Rewires Your Brain

In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and philanthropist Mark Pentecost, founder of It Works! and author of Life of Your Dreams. Mark went from high school teacher and coach to building a global business—and now teaches others how to “train” vision like a muscle.

Why do friendship breakups sometimes hurt more than romantic ones?

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Why do friendship breakups sometimes hurt more than romantic ones?

We talk about breakups all the time—but rarely about the pain of losing a close friend. Yet, the grief can feel even heavier. Why? Because friendships are coded deep into your brain’s identity systems.

What if your brain isn’t broken—it’s just depleted?

Dr. Caroline Leaf

What if your brain isn’t broken—it’s just depleted?

Brain fog, anxiety, and mental decline are often treated like inevitable parts of aging. But what if that narrative is wrong? In this episode, I’m joined by Harvard-trained physician and NAD expert Dr. Andrew Salzman to explore the science of brain aging—and why your brain’s “fuel supply” matters more than you think.

Is Your Fear for Your Child's Future Rewiring Your Brain?

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Is Your Fear for Your Child's Future Rewiring Your Brain?

Parenting today feels like living in a state of constant alert—climate headlines, tech dangers, school safety, mental health worries. But what if your chronic fear is changing your brain and sabotaging your ability to parent with presence?

Hard Truths Not Everyone Is Ready to Hear

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Hard Truths Not Everyone Is Ready to Hear

"I might be the problem."

The Hidden Link That's Controlling Your Mood (And You Don't Even Know It)

Dr. Caroline Leaf

The Hidden Link That's Controlling Your Mood (And You Don't Even Know It)

Feeling wired, foggy, or emotionally reactive? Before you blame stress or genetics, there's something else you need to consider: your gut might be running the show.

What Childhood Fame Does to Your Brain (And How to Heal From It)

Dr. Caroline Leaf

What Childhood Fame Does to Your Brain (And How to Heal From It)

What happens when fame shapes your identity before your brain is even fully developed? The hidden costs are more devastating than you'd imagine.

The Raw Truth About Healing Nobody Wants to Tell You

Dr. Caroline Leaf

The Raw Truth About Healing Nobody Wants to Tell You

When everything feels blurry and loud, here's your neuroscience roadmap

Sarah Robbins: Losing a Billion-Dollar Business Wasn’t the Hardest Part—This Was

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Sarah Robbins: Losing a Billion-Dollar Business Wasn’t the Hardest Part—This Was

When Sarah Robbins lost her billion-dollar sales business overnight, it wasn’t just income she had to grieve—it was identity, leadership, and the thousands of relationships wired into her brain.

The Myth of Productivity

Dr. Caroline Leaf

The Myth of Productivity

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.

Reclaiming Your Identity After Narcissistic Abuse

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Reclaiming Your Identity After Narcissistic Abuse

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

Your Brain is Carrying Too Much (And It's Not Your Fault)

Dr. Caroline Leaf

Your Brain is Carrying Too Much (And It's Not Your Fault)

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