A 5 step Neurocycle to heal burnout & toxic stress + tips to help you deal with feelings of overwhelm & always being "on"

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/ Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747 SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this podcast I will walk you through one of the best ways to deal with toxic stress and burnout, which is something I think we all need as 2020 comes to an end! Read the show blog here: https://drleaf.com/blogs/news SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS: -Huzzah (The most delicious, low sugar seltzers that are filled with probiotics for optimal gut and brain health!). Get 20% off your order with the code DRLEAF at https://drinkhuzzah.com. -Thrive Market (Hands down, a great way to shop and save money without leaving your house! Thrive Market makes shopping easier, enjoyable and sustainable!): try Thrive Market today and become a member risk-free! Go to thrivemarket.com/DRLEAF. Join today and you’ll get a FREE gift of your choosing, up to $24 dollars in value! PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 3:00 Why is mind management so important for our mental health? 4:10 The best way to manage stress & prevent burnout 7:00 How toxic stress affects the brain & body 8:47 Why we need to embrace our negative feelings & emotions, not ignore or suppress them 12:20 How self-regulation can help us control our stress levels 14:40 How writing helps organize our thinking 16:33 Steps you can take today to deal with stress & prevent burnout 20:42 The importance of mental & physical boundaries and why saying “no” is a good thing! ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app -Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/ -Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf -Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf -Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.