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

Dr. Caroline Leaf

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

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 mentioned in my previous podcasts on this topic, The Difference Between the Nonconscious, Subconscious & Consc

How to Break Free from PTSD

Dr. Caroline Leaf

How to Break Free from PTSD

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, what it looks like to seek help for mental health issues, overcoming mental health stigmas, and so much more! As n

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

Dr. Caroline Leaf

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

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 this topic, The Difference Between the Nonconscious, Subconscious & Conscious Mind (part 1), How to Tap Into

How a Sauna a Day Keeps the Stress Away

Dr. Caroline Leaf

How a Sauna a Day Keeps the Stress Away

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 research and detox my mind, and something I cannot live without! In this podcast (episode #423) and blog, I talk to

What is the Mind?

Dr. Caroline Leaf

What is the Mind?

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, The Difference Between the Nonconscious, Subconscious & Conscious Mind (part 1), How to Tap Into the Noncons

How Stoicism Can Help Improve Your Mental Health

Dr. Caroline Leaf

How Stoicism Can Help Improve Your Mental Health

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 points out, ancient thinkers knew a lot about what it means to be human. Even though they were not neuroscientists, and

The Difference Between Thoughts & Memories

Dr. Caroline Leaf

The Difference Between Thoughts & Memories

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 podcasts on this topic, The Difference Between the Nonconscious, Subconscious & Conscious Mind (part 1), How to Tap

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

Dr. Caroline Leaf

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

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 own life adventure, the power of deep thinking, why we all need to have a “possible mindset”, how to get “unstuc

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

Dr. Caroline Leaf

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

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 the mind. As mentioned in my previous two podcasts on this topic, The Difference Between the Nonconscious, Subco

How to Redefine the Role that Trauma Plays in Your Life

Dr. Caroline Leaf

How to Redefine the Role that Trauma Plays in Your Life

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 power of helping others, and so much more. Unfortunately, as Michael notes, childhood abuse is prevalent in Americ

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

Dr. Caroline Leaf

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

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, subconscious and conscious mind. This week, I am going to talk about how interconnected these three parts of the mind

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

Dr. Caroline Leaf

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

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 placebo, the causes of depression, how to withdraw from psychiatric drugs, and so much more. As mentioned in my inter