Neuroscientist: DO THIS To Break-Free From Toxic Behaviors, Rewire Your Brain & What You’re Getting Wrong About Neuroplasticity | Dr. Caroline Leaf
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Have you ever engaged in unhealthy behaviors and thought “I know I SHOULDN’T be doing this but can’t seem to stop?” If so, this episode is for you!
Today’s guest is Dr. Caroline Leaf, a communication pathologist and clinical neuroscientist who has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory since the early 1980s. She was one of the first in her field to study neuroplasticity and how the brain can change. Dr. Leaf is the author of 18 bestselling books, in addition to being the host of the award-winning podcast: Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess.
In this episode Nikki and Dr. Caroline Leaf discuss neuroplasticity – what it is and what you’re getting wrong about it, the difference between the brain and mind, including why getting over toxic habits and addictions is so hard. You’ll learn why having awareness alone is actually dangerous and best and worst tips to deal with stress, anxiety and burnout.
This is a powerful conversation that you won’t want to miss!
Listen and learn:
- How to rewire and reprogram your mind
- What neuroplasticity is (and what you’re getting wrong about it)
- What to do when you feel stuck and how to move through it
- Breaking toxic patterns, addictions and behaviors
- Neurocycle: the steps to create new habits
- Best and worst things to do for stress, burnout, and sleep deprivation
Follow Dr. Caroline Leaf on Instagram @drcarolineleaf, listen to “The Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess podcast” and download the Neurocycle app here.
Check out Nikki on Instagram at @nikkisharp and learn more about 1:1 coaching with Nikki at nikkisharp.com.
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