How to Change Your Thoughts So You Can Change Your Life with Dr. Caroline Leaf

In this episode of the Balancing Chaos podcast, I welcome renowned cognitive neuroscientist and author, Dr. Caroline Leaf. Dr. Leaf is a communication pathologist, audiologist, clinical and cognitive neuroscientist specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s she has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She uses this research to understand how we think, build memory, and learn, in order to create tools and processes that have transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), learning disabilities (ADD, ADHD), autism, dementias and mental ill-health issues like anxiety and depression. Today we delve into the world of neuroscience, mental health, and the power of the mind. Dr. Leaf's extensive research in neuroplasticity and her groundbreaking theories, which have helped countless individuals overcome challenges and transform their thinking. We discuss practical strategies for improving mental health, how your thoughts impact your physical health, learning how to sit with uncomfortable emotions, teaching our kids how to emotionally process and how to begin to embrace your past so that you can have more compassion for yourself and transform your future. Tune in to learn more about the foundational role that your thoughts and feelings have in building overall health and wellness results.