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Your Brain Is Carrying Too Much
š± Youāre not just tiredāyouāre carrying too much. Before your feet even hit the floor, your brain has already absorbed more emotional input than it can process. From news to reels to distant crises, your nervous system is on high alertā¦ even if nothingās happening to you directly. š§ In this episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf reveals the neuroscience of input fatigue, the biological cost of constant exposure, and how to reclaim clarity through a science-backed reset. š¬ Youāll learn: What happens when your amygdala is constantly lit up by scrolling How empathy without resolution leads to mental fog and burnout The link between your messy conscious mind and thought clutter How interoceptive anchoring calms your nervous system in under 2 minutes Why small micro-boundaries can reshape your brain through neuroplasticity šÆ This episode is your survival guide for overstimulated mindsārooted in real neuroscience and filled with practical tools you can use today. š¬ Chapters Include: 00:00 The Overload of Constant Input 00:18 The Science Behind Emotional Overload 01:42 The Impact on Your Brain and Body 02:28 Introduction to the Dr. Leaf Show 02:54 Understanding the Mind-Brain-Body Connection 05:44 The Role of the Amygdala and Prefrontal Cortex 11:38 Practical Steps to Rewire Your Brain 14:35 Conclusion and Further Resources If you wake up feeling foggy, tense, or emotionally āfullā before the day even startsāthis episode is for you. š PRE-ORDER: Help in a Hurry Rooted in neuroscience, written for the chaos. Out August 5. š Get $900 in bonuses at: https://helpinahurrybook.com š« 250,000+ read my free newsletter that breaks down scientific strategies to improve your mental health. Sign up here: https://drleaf.com š„ļø WATCH THE SHOW ON YOUTUBE: / @drcarolineleaf GET IN TOUCH: š My website: https://drleaf.com šø Instagram: / drcarolineleaf š¦ Twitter: / drcarolineleaf š» Facebook: / drleaf #MentalHealth #BrainFog #Overstimulation #Neuroscience #InputFatigue #RewireYourBrain #EmotionalOverload #ThoughtClutter #Psychoneurobiology #BurnoutRecovery DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. We always encourage each person to make the decision that seems best for their situation with the guidance of a medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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