Restructure your BRAIN using your THOUGHTS | Dr. Caroline Leaf - MP Podcast #113

The video is about the concept of brain plasticity and how it can be used to restructure one's thoughts and improve overall health. Dr. Caroline Leaf, a cognitive and clinical neuroscientist and communication pathologist, explains how the mind and brain are connected and how they can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity. She also discusses the impact of trauma on the mind and how it can be addressed through rewiring the brain. The video is based on a series of studies that have shown that people are dying younger due to lifestyle issues and the reversal of the "deaths of despair" phenomenon.

This video by Mikhaila Peterson was published on Sep 14, 2021.
Video length: 01:06:27.

• Dr. Caroline Leaf is a cognitive and clinical neuroscientist and communication pathologist.
• The mind and brain are connected and can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity.
• Neuroplasticity is driven by the mind and can be influenced by thoughts and beliefs.
• Trauma can have a significant impact on the mind and brain, leading to changes in thought patterns and behaviors.
• Managing mess and toxic thoughts is important for maintaining a healthy mind and brain.
• The concept of brain plasticity has important implications for mental health and well-being.
• The mind is the first cause of change and drives the brain.
• The mind is constantly changing and adapting, even in response to seemingly small events or experiences.
• By changing the way we think and believe, we can change the way our brains function and adapt to the world around us.

Restructure your BRAIN using your THOUGHTS | Dr. Caroline Leaf - MP Podcast #113 - YouTube

Introduction

• The speaker is Dr. Caroline Leaf, a cognitive and clinical neuroscientist and communication pathologist.
• She explains how the mind and brain are connected and how they can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity.
• She discusses the impact of trauma on the mind and how it can be addressed through rewiring the brain.
• The speaker is based on a series of studies that have shown that people are dying younger due to lifestyle issues and the reversal of the "deaths of despair" phenomenon.

The Mind and Brain Connection

• The speaker explains that the mind and brain are connected and that the mind can control the brain.
• She explains that the mind is what drives the brain and that it is the first cause of change.
• The speaker also explains that the mind is the force that drives neuroplasticity.

Neuroplasticity and the Mind

• The speaker explains that neuroplasticity is driven by the mind.
• She explains that the mind is constantly changing and that it is what drives our thoughts, feelings, and choices.
• The speaker also explains that the mind is what drives our digestive system, dreams, and every other aspect of our body.

Restructure your BRAIN using your THOUGHTS | Dr. Caroline Leaf - MP Podcast #113 - YouTube

The Impact of Trauma on the Mind

• The speaker explains that trauma can have a significant impact on the mind.
• She explains that trauma can cause changes in the brain and that it can be addressed through rewiring the brain.

Conclusion

• The speaker summarizes the importance of managing the mind to direct neuroplasticity and improve overall health.
• She encourages people to take control of their minds and rewire their brains to improve their lives.

The concept of brain plasticity

• The mind and brain are connected and can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity.
• Neuroplasticity is the ability of the brain to change and adapt in response to experience or stimuli.
• The mind and brain are constantly changing and adapting, even in response to seemingly small events or experiences.
• The concept of brain plasticity has important implications for mental health and well-being.

Impact of trauma on the mind and brain

• Trauma can have a significant impact on the mind and brain, leading to changes in thought patterns and behaviors.
• Trauma can cause the brain to become "toxic," leading to a range of negative effects on physical and mental health.
• Trauma can lead to the establishment of negative thought patterns and behaviors, which can be difficult to change or overcome.
• Trauma can also lead to changes in the structure and function of the brain, which can have long-lasting effects on mental health and well-being.

Managing mess and toxic thoughts

• Managing mess and toxic thoughts is important for maintaining a healthy mind and brain.
• If mess and toxic thoughts are not managed, they can accumulate and lead to negative effects on mental health and well-being.
• Managing mess and toxic thoughts involves recognizing and addressing the root causes of negative thought patterns and behaviors.
• Managing mess and toxic thoughts requires effort and commitment, but can have significant positive effects on mental health and well-being.

The role of thought in shaping the mind and brain

• Thought plays a crucial role in shaping the mind and brain.
• Thoughts and beliefs can influence the way the brain processes information and interprets the world.
• Thoughts and beliefs can also influence the way the brain responds to stress and other challenging situations.
• By changing the way we think and believe, we can change the way our brains function and adapt to the world around us.

The concept of brain plasticity

• The mind and brain are connected and can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity.
• The process of neuroplasticity takes cycles of 63 days and works in groups of 21.
• It takes 21 days to deconstruct and reconstruct a thought pattern into a healthy version.
• People get stuck in the process of neuroplasticity when they haven't stabilized a new pattern of thinking.
• It takes another 42 days to change behavior and feel confident in the new pattern of thinking.

Daily practice of new way of thinking

• Daily practice of the new way of thinking can provide tremendous insight.
• As each insight is gained, the structure of the thought tree becomes stronger and stronger.
• Eventually, the new pattern of thinking becomes strong enough to trigger a new response.
• The new pattern of thinking can be practiced in a simple five-minute process.
• The process of neuroplasticity can be accelerated through daily practice of the new way of thinking.

Understanding brain health

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Question about starting the process of neuroplasticity

• If someone is stuck in a depressed way of thinking, it is not positive thinking that can help them start thinking differently.
• It is important to give oneself permission to experience negative emotions and shift one's perspective.
• It is not a matter of mustn't think like that, but rather shifting one's perspective is the ideal.
• It is okay to be depressed and anxious, and it is important to experience these emotions.
• The process of neuroplasticity is not a matter of slipping on a positive affirmation, but rather shifting one's perspective and giving oneself permission to experience negative emotions.

The Power of Thoughts

• The concept of brain plasticity and how it can be used to restructure one's thoughts and improve overall health.
• The mind and brain are connected and can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity.
• The impact of trauma on the mind and how it can be addressed through rewiring the brain.
• Studies have shown that people are dying younger due to lifestyle issues and the reversal of the "deaths of despair" phenomenon.
• Embracing one's emotions, such as depression, as helpful messengers rather than bad things can shift 1400 neurophysiological responses in the brain and body to work for you, not against you.

The Mind-Brain Body Connection

• There is a direct link between biomarkers for the mind-brain body connection, such as cortisol levels and homocysteine levels.
• Research has established that if you are not managing your stress, your cortisol levels will rise and your homocysteine levels will all increase.
• Telomeres, which are in your DNA, also play a role in the mind-brain body connection.
• Shifting how you perceive a situation can impact your biomarkers and your dna.
• By acknowledging and embracing toxic thoughts, you can shift into two minds at once, one being the messy mind and the other being the wise mind.

The Power of Acknowledgement

• Acknowledging and embracing toxic thoughts can create the sense of depression or panic attacks, pain in the body, and perspective.
• When you say "okay it's fine" to toxic thoughts, they become uh it moves into the conscious mind and the little branches that are holding all the data become weakened.
• This weakened state makes the toxic thoughts malleable and changeable.
• Alongside this change, there is an increase of dopamine and anandamide in the brain, which increases and changes the hormone system and endocrine system.
• This shift in physiology gives you the strength to start the deconstruction and reconstruction process.

The Benefits of Acknowledging and Embracing Toxic Thoughts

• Acknowledging and embracing toxic thoughts can shift you into resilience as opposed to breakdown mode.
• In resilience mode, you can be sobbing, screaming, crying, broken, lying on the floor but in that moment, by saying to yourself "this is okay it's okay, get it out, it's fine," you are shifting your physiology which gives you the strength to start the deconstruction and reconstruction process.
• This process can lead to increased dopamine and anandamide in the brain, which increases and changes the hormone system and endocrine system.
• The end result is an increase of about 1400 neurophysiological brain and body responses that will occur in a moment that will then shift you into resilience as opposed to breakdown mode.

The Impact of Antidepressants on the Brain

• The speaker had a two and a half year depression that was triggered by carbohydrate foods and withdrawal made it worse.
• The speaker separated the experience from herself and thought it was a reaction that was happening, but it had to go away because it was so bad.
• The speaker healed from the depression and it's gone, which is a great story.
• Withdrawal from antidepressants changes the structures of the brain and disrupts balance and flow.
• The word "antidepressant" implies that it's like an antibiotic fixing something, but it's actually numbing the doorways in the brain.

Neuroplasticity and Brain Healing

• The speaker's brain is healing, even though it was damaged by the antidepressant.
• The speaker used diet, exercise, and mindset to drive healing into their brain.
• The speaker's story is a great example of how the brain can heal through neuroplasticity.
• People need to taper off antidepressants and use diet, exercise, and mindset to heal their brain.
• The speaker's experience shows that the mind is the biggest force in driving everything, including digestion and nutrient assimilation.

Teaching Mind Management to Kids

• The speaker believes that mind management should be taught to kids from a young age.
• The speaker believes that mind management is just as important as physical health.
• The speaker believes that mind management can help kids manage their emotions and thoughts.
• The speaker believes that mind management can help kids make better decisions.
• The speaker believes that mind management can help kids achieve their goals.

Convincing People of the Importance of Mind Management

• The speaker believes that mind management is just as important as physical health.
• The speaker believes that mind management can help people manage their emotions and thoughts.
• The speaker believes that mind management can help people make better decisions.
• The speaker believes that mind management can help people achieve their goals.
• The speaker believes that mind management can help people live a happier and more fulfilling life.

The Mind-Brain Connection

• The mind and brain are connected and can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity.
• The concept of brain plasticity can be used to restructure one's thoughts and improve overall health.
• The mind and brain are not separate entities, but are closely connected and influence each other.
• The mind and brain can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity, which is the brain's ability to change and adapt.
• The mind and brain can be used to restructure one's thoughts and improve overall health.

Neuroplasticity

• Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to change and adapt.
• Neuroplasticity can be used to restructure one's thoughts and improve overall health.
• Neuroplasticity is influenced by the mind and brain connection.
• Neuroplasticity can be controlled to direct the brain to produce desired outcomes.
• Neuroplasticity is a powerful tool for improving overall health and well-being.

Trauma and the Mind-Brain Connection

• Trauma can have a significant impact on the mind and brain connection.
• Trauma can lead to changes in the brain's structure and function.
• Trauma can be addressed through rewiring the brain.
• Rewiring the brain can help to heal the mind and improve overall health.
• Trauma can be addressed through the use of neuroplasticity.

Lifestyle and Health

• Lifestyle choices can have a significant impact on overall health and well-being.
• Lifestyle choices can be used to restructure one's thoughts and improve overall health.
• Lifestyle choices can be used to direct neuroplasticity and improve overall health.
• Lifestyle choices can be used to address the root causes of health issues.
• Lifestyle choices can be used to improve overall health and well-being.

The Concept of Brain Plasticity

• The mind and brain are connected and can be controlled to direct neuroplasticity.
• Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to change and adapt in response to experience or stimuli.
• The mind and brain are driven by the choices we make, including what we eat, exercise, and how we deal with stress and trauma.
• Telomeres, the protective caps at the ends of our chromosomes, can be used to track and see the impact of lifestyle choices on our health and biology.
• Research has shown that people with poor lifestyles, such as extreme diets, lack of exercise, and high stress levels, have shorter telomeres and are more vulnerable to disease.

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