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The Dr. Leaf Show

Dr. Caroline Leaf
Mental Health
Neuroplasticity
Anxiety
Neurocycle
Cognitive Neuroscience
Neuroscience
Relationships
Stress Management
Emotional Regulation
Emotional Health
Therapy
Kindness
Emotional Well-Being
Resilience
Personal Growth
Psychoneurobiology
Grief
Personal Development
Epigenetics
Dopamine

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: drleaf.c... more

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Latest Episodes

Sunday scaries creeping in? This bonus episode is for the night before the week starts, when your mind keeps replaying last week and rehearsing the next one.

I'm bringing back one of our most-requested episodes so you can learn how to stop overthink... more

People pleasing and peacekeeping can look identical from the outside. One comes from fear. The other comes from strength. Which one are you running on?

We're re-airing this episode because so many of you told us it changed how you see yourself in yo... more

AI and your brain: what happens to your memory, focus, and judgment when a machine does the hard thinking for you? We first aired this last year. It's worth a second listen.

In the year since, AI has moved into almost every part of daily life: work ... more

When life feels like too much, you need something you can do right now. Here's what I do in the first 63 seconds, before the stress takes over.

In this episode, my daughter Dominique and I get practical about the weight of too much: the moment every... more

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Recent Guests

Dominique Leaf
Dominique, Dr. Leaf's daughter, discusses her experience with eating disorders and recovery
Guest on The Dr. Leaf Show
Episode: I Had an Eating Disorder. So Did My Daughter. Here's How We Found Healing.
Nicole LePera
Holistic psychologist, author of Reparenting the Inner Child
The Holistic Psychologist
Episode: Dr. Nicole LePera: Why Your Nervous System Picks Familiar Pain Over Safety
Mona Rosene
MSRD, dietician and research scientist
Niagen (Global Director of Scientific and Medical Affairs)
Episode: The Exhaustion Sleep Can't Fix — A Scientist Explains NAD Depletion
Craig Groeschel
Founder and Senior Pastor of Life.Church
Life.Church
Episode: The Neuroscience of Prayer (Craig Groeschel & Dr. Caroline Leaf)
Elise Loehnen
Author and podcast host of 'Pulling the Thread'
Episode: Why So Many Women Feel They're Never Enough — Elise Loehnen on Breaking Cultural Conditioning
Mark Pentecost
Billion-dollar business owner and author
Episode: Dream Big, Wire Bigger: Mark Pentecost on Mindset That Rewires Your Brain
Dr. Andrew Salzman
Harvard-trained physician, biomedical entrepreneur, and inventor specializing in inflammation, cellular aging, and NAD research.
Episode: What if Your Brain Isn’t Broken—It’s Just NAD Depleted? A Deep Dive into NAD Supplements with Guest Dr. Andrew Salzman of Wonderfeel
Alyson Stoner
An actor, dancer, singer, activist, and author focusing on childhood fame and mental health.
Founder of Movement Genius
Episode: Alyson Stoner on Healing Childhood Fame, Identity & Mental Health
Sarah Robbins
A business builder and mental architect who has rebuilt her neural networks and identity after profound loss.
The Multiply Method
Episode: Sarah Robbins: Losing a Billion-Dollar Business Wasn’t the Hardest Part—This Was

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Dr. Caroline Leaf
Cognitive neuroscientist and mental health expert hosting the show; leads discussions on brain science, mindfulness, and practical mind-management.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • So many ads!

    I’m sure the content of all of Dr. Leaf’s shows are great, but I can’t stand listening to the show. There are just as many ads as there is content and they pop up randomly. I understand the need to have a few ads so they can keep the show free, but it would be nice if there were only a few in the middle. They keep going on and on and it takes forever to get back to the content. I will be unfollowing the show.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Hopcam
    United States3 months ago
  • MSW here!

    I love your high value content, keep up the good work! I wish people knew how much power they actually have over their own minds! It’s absolutely NOT a helpless or hopeless situation. Age does not mean one should give up. I believe in the healing power of Jesus & I love hearing how everything is connected.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jessAggie
    United States4 months ago
  • It All Clicks

    I have always appreciated Dr. Caroline Leaf’s research and the delivery methods of her clearly obvious passion! She created a new passion within me years ago, and I have never looked back. Grateful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BWarrior7
    United States4 months ago
  • improve editing please

    I’ve been following Dr. Leaf for many years and her information and delivery is extremely valuable and life-changing. The issue is not her or her information, the issue is poor editing on her podcast channel.

    Every time there is an important point to be made, it is cut off by poor editing; that is often at the point of adding in marketing ads.

    I Don’t mind the marketing ads. I do very much mind cutting off of a statement before the final important and critical Conclusion is completed. Dr. Leaf, ... more

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    Respectfully critique editing
    United States4 months ago
  • A world of knowledge

    Forever grateful for all Dr Leaf has taught me with the brain and mind . I’m fascinated how God made us and the world of knowledge she shares with us. Thank

    You and God bless you and yours abundantly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GlJax
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise the practical neuroscience insights and life-changing mindset tools.
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Many listeners push back on the amount of ads, calling it disruptive.

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A Neuroscientist's Near Death Experience: What I Saw When I Died
Q: What personal impact did the experience have on your research and your approach to teaching about the non-conscious mind?
The experience sparked a fierce drive to translate the non-conscious mind into accessible, evidence-based tools—empowering people to apply this knowledge to improve mental health and resilience, and to pursue ongoing research and practical applications like the Neurocycle to help others navigate life challenges.
A Neuroscientist's Near Death Experience: What I Saw When I Died
Q: Can the near-death experience be explained as a hallucination from oxygen deprivation or a dying brain, or is there something more to it?
There are four main points against a simple hallucination: (1) symptom mismatch—NDEs often feature calm, lucid awareness rather than agitation typical of hypoxia; (2) higher than normal brain activity (gamma waves) observed even when the brain is reportedly flatlined; (3) oxygen levels are sometimes higher in those reporting NDEs compared to others; (4) coherent, structured life reviews and vivid, lasting memories argue against random hallucinations and support a broader, non-local understanding of consciousness.
The Girlboss Trap: Why Ambition Became Burnout
Q: What is the practical starting point for someone trying to tackle identity and ambition?
Start by having the person tell their story to identify the umbrella thought, then break it down into sub-thoughts from childhood or life experiences. Use a structured journaling approach that moves from problem identification to actionable steps, and consider using a guided framework like the Neurocycle to trace root causes and reconstruct healthier patterns.
Am I a Narcissist? 4 Signs + Why Confidence Advice Is Backward
Q: Segment three, and here I'm going to answer a couple of your questions around the topics that I've actually covered today. So the first question, if you've been sitting on a business idea, Shopify is what I used to build my own storefront, and it removed every obstacle I expected to run into.
The host explains how Shopify made launching an online storefront easier, emphasizing smooth checkout and real-time purchases as confidence builders for a business idea.
Photographic Memory Is a Myth + Your Inner Critic Isn't the Enemy
Q: Why doesn't my self-worth shift after reading or therapy?
Awareness and insight alone aren't enough; you must complete the full five-phase neuro-cycle—prepare, become aware, reflect, reconstruct, and land action—to rewire and implement the changes in life.

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A practical, neuroscience-informed show focused on mental fitness, mindset, and everyday well-being. Episodes blend scientific frameworks with real-life application, exploring topics from burnout and body image to anxiety, relationships, and self-worth. Sponsorships are often woven into conversations, reflecting a business-friendly approach that pairs actionable guidance with brand partnerships. Notable throughlines include NeuroCycle-driven strategies, attention to thought patterns, and a consistent emphasis on personal growth, meaning, and healthy habits. The host(s) frequently invite expert guests or share personal experiences to illuminate how brain science translates into calmer, more intentional living.

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Recent guests on The Dr. Leaf Show include:

1. Dominique Leaf
2. Nicole LePera
3. Mona Rosene
4. Craig Groeschel
5. Elise Loehnen
6. Mark Pentecost
7. Dr. Andrew Salzman
8. Alyson Stoner

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