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The Dr. Leaf Show

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Dr. Caroline Leaf

Hi! I’m Dr. Caroline Leaf. I’m a cognitive neuroscientist, author, & mental health expert. Whether you are struggling in your personal life or simply want to learn how to understand and use your mind to live your best life, this podcast will provide you with practical & scientific tips and tools to help you take back control over your mental, emotional, and physical health. Visit: https://drleaf.com*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your personal physician if you have any personal medical questions.

#694

The Secret to Achieving Goals (Even if You Have No Motivation)

In this episode, discover why traditional motivation methods often fall short when pursuin... more

07 Jan 2026

35 MINS

35:27

07 Jan 2026

#693

Before You Start Therapy: What No One Tells You About the First Weeks

Thinking about starting therapy? Or just beginning your healing journey?Before you dive in... more

31 Dec 2025

22 MINS

22:23

31 Dec 2025

#692

Why You’re Attracted to the Wrong People — The Neuroscience of Love Patterns (7 Brain Traps)

Most people think their struggles in love come down to bad luck or the wrong partner. Neur... more

24 Dec 2025

21 MINS

21:52

24 Dec 2025

#691

Why Your Team Fails + 7 Science-Backed Commitments That Fix It

Why do teams break down — and what makes them thrive? In this episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf a... more

17 Dec 2025

34 MINS

34:09

17 Dec 2025

#690

Stop Trying to Stay Safe—It’s Making You Sick

You've trained your brain to see danger everywhere—and you didn't even realize it. Every n... more

10 Dec 2025

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:47

10 Dec 2025

#689

Cutting Off a Parent: The Neuroscience Behind the Hardest Decision

Have you ever wondered when creating distance from a parent becomes an act of protection r... more

03 Dec 2025

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:40

03 Dec 2025

#688

Why You Become Triggered by Family During the Holidays

Have you ever walked into your family home for the holidays and felt yourself slipping bac... more

26 Nov 2025

27 MINS

27:15

26 Nov 2025

#687

The Hidden Cost of Office Culture

Is return to office really about “culture”—or is it quietly draining families, energy, and... more

19 Nov 2025

57 MINS

57:53

19 Nov 2025

#686

This is Why You're Afraid of Being Happy

Why do we sometimes panic when things finally get better? Why can rest, safety, or even jo... more

12 Nov 2025

23 MINS

23:14

12 Nov 2025

#685

Staying Together for the Kids Isn’t the Safety Net You Think

You think you’re staying together for the kids. But are they truly safe—or just absorbing ... more

05 Nov 2025

29 MINS

29:33

05 Nov 2025

#684

Your Outrage is Being Monetized and Your Mind is Paying the Price

Algorithms don’t just track what you like—they profit from how often you spiral. In this e... more

29 Oct 2025

27 MINS

27:39

29 Oct 2025

#683

Why So Many Women Feel They're Never Enough — Elise Loehnen on Breaking Cultural Conditioning

Why do so many women feel an unspoken pressure to “be good”—to perform endless selflessnes... more

22 Oct 2025

49 MINS

49:25

22 Oct 2025

#682

Parenthood Is Beautiful—But the Mental Load Can Break You

Being a parent doesn’t just ask for your time—it asks for your mind, your brain, and your ... more

15 Oct 2025

33 MINS

33:55

15 Oct 2025

#681

When Success Creates Distance in Your Relationships

Success is supposed to feel good. But what if it also feels… lonely? What if your growth ... more

08 Oct 2025

37 MINS

37:21