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 body. The planning, predicting, soothing, deciding, remembering… it adds up. And the longer you carry the invisible weight, the more it rewires your mind to expect pressure instead of peace.In this episode, I’ll show you the neuroscience behind mental load, why emotional regulation often falls to one person in the home, and how to use small brain-based strategies to reduce burnout without guilt.📒 Order my new book Help in a Hurry at www.helpinahurrybook.com✏️ Rewire your mind, reclaim your peace, and save $50 on the new Help in a Hurry course—signed book included at www.helpinahurrycourse.com 📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies to help you improve your mental health. Sign up here: https://drleaf.com🖥️ WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE: /@drcarolineleafGET IN TOUCH:🌍 My website: https://drleaf.com📸 Instagram: /drcarolineleaf🐦 Twitter: /drcarolineleaf💻 Facebook: /drcarolineleafFatty15: Get 15% off their 90-daysubscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/DRLEAF and using code DRLEAF at checkout.UPLIFT: Go to upliftdesk.com/DRLEAF and use code DRLEAF to get four free accessories, free same-day shipping, free returns, and an industry-leading 15-year warranty—plus an extra discount off your entire order.Veracity: Head to VeracitySelfCare.com and use code DRLEAF for up to 45% off your order. DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a professional for personalized support.#ParentingNeuroscience #MentalLoad #DecisionFatigue #DrCarolineLeaf #HelpInAHurry #ParentBurnout #CognitiveLoad #EmotionalLabor #Neuroplasticity #ParentingSupport #MindManagement #InvisibleLabor #MentalHealthForParents #ParentingPressure #BrainHealth #ParentingPodcast #OverthinkingFatigue #StableParentStress #FamilyDynamics #DailyStress Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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When Success Creates Distance in Your Relationships
Success is supposed to feel good. But what if it also feels… lonely? What if your growth created distance from the people you love most?In this episode, I’ll explain the neuroscience of relational disconnection after personal growth—why self-comparison, status shifts, and unspoken shame rewire the brain and fracture emotional safety. Whether it’s family, friends, or your partner, I’ll show you how to recognize when distance is caused by trauma patterns—not truth—and how to rebuild closeness without shrinking yourself.📚 Order my new book Help in a Hurry: www.helpinahurrybook.com✏️ Don’t just cope—thrive: enroll in Help in a Hurry now for $50 off and a signed book, only at www.helpinahurrycourse.com 📫 Join 250,000+ readers of my free newsletter with science-backed mental health strategies: Sign up here🖥️ Watch the show on YouTube: @drcarolineleafGET IN TOUCH:🌍 Website📸 Instagram: @drcarolineleaf🐦 Twitter: @drcarolineleaf💻 Facebook: Dr Caroline LeafWONDERFEEL: Visit www.getwonderfeel.com and use code DRLEAF to save $15 now, get $20 for later, and start investing in your cellular health today.MENO by O Positiv: Get 25% off your first purchase with code DRLEAF at checkout or visit www.opositiv.com/drleaf DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a professional for personalized support.#SuccessAndRelationships #EmotionalDistance #NeurocycleHealing #OutgrowingPeople #HelpInAHurry #BrainHealth #DrCarolineLeaf #MentalSelfCare #MindManagement #SuccessGrief #FamilyDynamics #ComparisonWiring #AttachmentInAdulthood #HealingWithoutShrinking #RelationshipNeuroscience #PersonalGrowth #TraumaResponse #GrowthGuilt #InvisibleGrief #RelationalSafety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Political Division Trains Your Mind to Fear People
Why does political division feel so personal—and so addictive? In this episode, I unpack the neuroscience of ideological entrenchment, how tribal identity shapes our threat response, and why outrage keeps getting rewarded by your brain’s own chemistry.You’ll learn:✅ How repeated exposure to conflict rewires your brain (ideological neuroplasticity)✅ Why your nervous system confuses disagreement with danger✅ The real cost of certainty—and how dopamine drives polarization✅ A 5-minute micro-tool to break the loop and reclaim mental clarityThis isn’t about silencing your values. It’s about staying present in a world designed to keep you outraged—and helping your brain feel safe without rigidity.📚 Order my new book Help in a Hurry: www.helpinahurrybook.com✏️ Rewire your mind, reclaim your peace, and save $50 on the new Help in a Hurry course—signed book included at www.helpinahurrycourse.com 📫 Join 250,000+ readers of my free newsletter with science-backed mental health strategies: Sign up here🖥️ Watch the show on YouTube: @drcarolineleafGET IN TOUCH:🌍 Website📸 Instagram: @drcarolineleaf🐦 Twitter: @drcarolineleaf💻 Facebook: Dr Caroline LeafBiOptimizers: Get 15% off www.bioptimizers.com/drleaf with code DRLEAFCreatone Brickhouse: Get 20% off your first order at www.ToneToday.com and use my code DRLEAF for your discount. DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a professional for personalized support.#PoliticalDivision #OutrageAddiction #Neuroscience #TribalBrain #NeurocycleHealing #CognitiveResilience #DrCarolineLeaf #MindManagement #ThreatResponse #HelpInAHurry #BrainHealth #ConflictFatigue #Polarization #EmotionalWellness #SocialStress #HealingThroughPresence #Neuroplasticity #MentalHealthPodcast #StressReset #MindBrainConnection Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dream Big, Wire Bigger: Mark Pentecost on Mindset That Rewires Your Brain
Why do some people turn vision into reality—again and again?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.We’ll map his practical steps onto the neuroscience of behavior change, so you can learn how environment, micro-habits, and meaning rewire your brain for sustainable success.What you’ll learn in this episode:✅ How to “train” vision like a muscle (and pick the right rooms)✅ A tiny daily rehearsal that locks in momentum✅ How to reconceptualize failure so it upgrades your wiring✅ Why purpose & generosity improve mental regulationFollow Mark on Instagram: @themarkpentecostOrder Mark’s New Book “The Life of Your Dreams” https://www.amazon.com/Life-Your-Dreams-Financial-Freedom/dp/1637634234#:~:text=Review,action%20can%20create%20extraordinary%20results.Sponsors making this show possible: Fatty15: Get 15% off their 90-daysubscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/DRLEAF and using code DRLEAF at checkout MENO by O Positiv: Get 25% off your first purchase with code DRLEAF at checkout or visit opositiv.com/drleafNature's Sunshine: Get 20% off your first order and free shipping by using checkout code DRLEAF at naturessunshine.com.Order my new book Help in a Hurry at www.helpinahurrybook.com📫 250,000+ read my free newsletter: https://drleaf.com🖥️ WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE: / @drcarolineleafGET IN TOUCH:🌍 My website: https://drleaf.com📸 Instagram: / drcarolineleaf🐦 Twitter: / drcarolineleaf💻 Facebook: / drcarolineleafDISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a professional for personalized support.#LifeOfYourDreams #MarkPentecost #MindsetToNeuroplasticity #DreamMuscle #Neuroplasticity #BrainHealth #BehaviorChange #MindManagement #IdentityHabits #Neurocycle #HelpInAHurry #DrCarolineLeaf #PurposeAndPerformance #DailyReps #MentalHealthPodcast #Resilience #EntrepreneurMindset #EnvironmentDesign #CognitiveFlexibility #NervousSystemRegulation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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.In this episode, I’ll explain:✅ How the brain stores friendship bonds in emotional memory✅ Why the loss of a friend triggers identity confusion✅ Why you still replay conversations and crave closure✅ How to heal without the “final talk” and start feeling whole againThis isn’t about pretending it didn’t matter. It’s about finding coherence inside your mind when the friendship story feels unfinished. 🎧 Watch now to understand why your grief is real—and how to move forward without losing yourself.👉 SPECIAL OFFER: Using the code DRLEAF gets you $15 off + $20 credit for your next order at getwonderfeel.com.📚 Order my new book Help in a Hurry: www.helpinahurrybook.com📫 Join 250,000+ readers of my free newsletter with science-backed mental health strategies: Sign up here🖥️ Watch the show on YouTube: @drcarolineleafGET IN TOUCH:🌍 Website📸 Instagram: @drcarolineleaf🐦 Twitter: @drcarolineleaf💻 Facebook: Dr Caroline LeafDISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a professional for personalized support.#FriendshipBreakup #GrievingFriendships #PlatonicLoss #InvisibleGrief #BrainHealth #EmotionalMemory #NeurocycleHealing #ClosureMyth #HealingWithoutContact #MindManagement #MentalSelfCare #HelpInAHurry #DrCarolineLeaf #UnseenLoss #Neuroplasticity #SocialMemory #EmotionalWellness #FriendshipGrief #MindBrainConnection #MentalHealthPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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