Dr. Leaf's Blog
In this podcast (episode #567) and blog, I talk to bestselling author and top podcast host Mel Robbins about her book The High 5 Habit, the brain-mind-body connection, building self-confidence, and so much m...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #566) and blog, I talk about how to manage texting anxiety (yes, it’s a thing!). I am sure you have had the experience where you see a text come through and your heart just sinks int...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #564) and blog, I talk about the importance of friendships, and how they can impact our mental health. Friendships are a beautiful part of life that contribute so much value to our l...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #563) and blog, I talk about the importance of step 5 in my Neurocycle process: the active reach. This is a replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app. For the full webinar AD-fre...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #562) and blog, I talk about how to find peace amid the chaos of life. Every so often, I feel like my peace is threatened, especially when faced with multiple, competing demands at...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #560) and blog, I talk about how to manage being the “villain” in someone else’s story. It is impossible to always be the “good guy” in life. You may not see yourself as the villain,...
Read moreThis podcast (episode #559) and blog is a recent replay of a Neurolive webinar I did on my app for my 2024 Brain Detox Challenge on the truth behind compassion fatigue. For more information on joining this c...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #558) and blog, I talk about the problem with the phrase “time heals all”. There are so many phrases that we use without really thinking of their impact, until they hit us—until w...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #557) and blog, I talk to NASA astronaut, Columbia professor, speaker, podcast host and bestselling author Dr. Mike Massimino about not accepting failure, the power of passion and gr...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #556) and blog, I discuss how recognizing and embracing our faults is a powerful way of increasing our mental resilience and brain health. As hard as it is, recognizing our own fault...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #555) and blog, I talk to developmental psychologist, professor, and podcaster Dr. Aliza Pressman about raising good humans, her amazing new book on parenting, transforming the lives...
Read moreIn this podcast (episode #554) and blog, I talk about why curiosity is great for our mind and brain health. “Curiosity killed the cat.” I am sure you have heard of this saying at some point or another. Of c...
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