Hi! I’m Dr. Caroline Leaf. I’m a cognitive neuroscientist, author, & mental health expert. Whether you are struggling in your personal life or simply want to learn how to understand and use your mind to live your best life, this podcast will provide you with practical & scientific tips and tools to help you take back control over your mental, emotional, and physical health. Visit: https://drleaf.com*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your personal physician if you have any personal medical questions.
All content for The Dr. Leaf Show is the property of Dr. Caroline Leaf and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
Hi! I’m Dr. Caroline Leaf. I’m a cognitive neuroscientist, author, & mental health expert. Whether you are struggling in your personal life or simply want to learn how to understand and use your mind to live your best life, this podcast will provide you with practical & scientific tips and tools to help you take back control over your mental, emotional, and physical health. Visit: https://drleaf.com*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your personal physician if you have any personal medical questions.
Why You Become Triggered by Family During the Holidays
The Dr. Leaf Show
25 minutes
1 month ago
Why You Become Triggered by Family During the Holidays
Have you ever walked into your family home for the holidays and felt yourself slipping back into old patterns—people-pleasing, shutting down, overreacting—even when you thought you’d grown past them? It’s not just psychological—it’s neurological.
In this episode, I break down the science behind why holiday visits activate dormant emotional pathways and how to stay anchored in your present identity. You’ll learn practical tools to interrupt old scripts and keep control of your mind, even when the environment tries to pull you back.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ Why childhood environments trigger survival patterns in adulthood
✅ How familiar voices, smells, and rooms activate your limbic system
✅ The 3-step Holiday Grounding Plan to avoid emotional regression
✅ Simple Neurocycle® strategies to keep you in control before, during, and after visits
📒 Order my new book Help in a Hurry: www.helpinahurrybook.com
✏️ Don’t just cope—thrive: enroll in Help in a Hurry now for $50 off and a signed book, only at www.helpinahurrycourse.com
📫 Join 250,000+ readers: https://drleaf.com
🖥️ Watch the show on YouTube: @drcarolineleaf
GET IN TOUCH:
🌍 My Website: https://drleaf.com
📸 Instagram: /drcarolineleaf
🐦 Twitter: /drcarolineleaf
💻 Facebook: /drcarolineleaf
SPONSORS:
MENO by O Positiv: Get 25% off your first purchase with code DRLEAF at checkout or visit opositiv.com/drleaf
FATTY 15: Get 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/DRLEAF and using code DRLEAF at checkout.
UPLIFT: Go to upliftdesk.com/DRLEAF and use code DRLEAF to get four free accessories, free same-day shipping, free returns, and an industry-leading 15-year warranty—plus an extra discount off your entire order.
DISCLAIMER: This podcast and blog are for educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a professional for personalized support.
#HolidayRegression #FamilyTriggers #NeuroscienceOfStress #MindManagement #HelpInAHurry #Neurocycle #EmotionalHealth #HolidayAnxiety #FamilyDynamics
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Dr. Leaf Show
Hi! I’m Dr. Caroline Leaf. I’m a cognitive neuroscientist, author, & mental health expert. Whether you are struggling in your personal life or simply want to learn how to understand and use your mind to live your best life, this podcast will provide you with practical & scientific tips and tools to help you take back control over your mental, emotional, and physical health. Visit: https://drleaf.com*DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your personal physician if you have any personal medical questions.
