About this episode
Most folks today can relate to feeling overwhelmed or stressed. Our fast-paced world isn’t slowing down anytime soon, so if we want some relief, we need to build emotional resiliency and inner peace. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn practical, science backed strategies to cope with difficult emotions.
Today’s guest is clinical and research neuroscientist, Dr. Caroline Leaf. Her work is focused on helping people harness the power of their minds to unlock peak health and happiness. In this interview, Dr. Leaf is sharing groundbreaking insights from her new book, Help in a Hurry.
You’re going to learn about the three levels of the mind and how they work together. You’re also going to discover specific strategies you can deploy to overcome feelings of anger, stress, or regret. We’re going to discuss dealing with your inner critic, addressing intense emotions, and so much more. These practices are a powerful way to stop toxic thought patterns and manage your mind in a healthier way. Enjoy!
In this episode you’ll discover:
- The solution to feeling overwhelmed in our busy world. (5:46)
- What the mind is. (5:58)
- How the conscious mind and the nonconscious mind work. (6:43)
- What neuroreductionism is. (8:37)
- The difference between the mind and the brain. (9:54)
- How your mind impacts your overall health. (13:32)
- Why we need deep, meaningful connections to thrive. (18:06)
- How to deal with regret. (25:00)
- What it means to manage the moment. (25:38)
- The definition of upward and downward counterfactuals. (28:33)
- Why the conscious mind is like a toddler. (29:23)
- How regret and anger can manifest physically. (31:39)
- What to do with feelings of regret. (37:14)
- The four warning signals of mental distress. (54:32)
- How to confidently make decisions. (59:11)
- The truth about managing anger. (1:00:53)
- How different generations handle anger. (1:01:54)
- Why anger can lead to cardiovascular disease. (1:04:04)
- What good anger looks like. (1:05:34)
- A powerful strategy for managing anger. (1:08:43)
- How to deal with your inner critic. (1:14:41)
- What to do when you feel like you’re under pressure. (1:23:02)
- The importance of having deep, meaningful relationships. (1:28:45)
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