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This is Why You're Afraid of Being Happy

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Why do we sometimes panic when things finally get better? Why can rest, safety, or even joy register as unpredictable or unsafe?


In this episode, I walk you through what happens when a trauma-trained brain reacts to peace like it’s danger—and how your mind can gently redirect that response. You’ll learn what joy-triggered anxiety actually reflects, why the brain loops it so quickly, and how to retrain the pattern in a way that doesn’t rely on guilt or pressure.


If you're tired of waiting for the rug to be pulled out from under you, this video is for you.


📘 My new book Help in a Hurry is out now!

✏️ Rewire your mind, reclaim your peace, and save $50 on the new Help in a Hurry course—signed book included at www.helpinahurrycourse.com

Inside the book and course, I walk you through:

• How to interrupt trauma-trained reactions using the 5-step Neurocycle

• Tools for building joy tolerance gradually and intentionally

• Why your brain loops protective responses—and how your mind can step in

• Real language to redirect thought patterns in the moment


🧠 Explore the Neurocycle app: https://neurocycle.app

📨 Subscribe to Mental Mess Monday: https://drleaf.com/pages/newsletter

🎙️ Listen to all podcast episodes: https://drleaf.com/pages/podcast

🌐 Visit my website: https://www.drleaf.com


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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.

#JoyAfterTrauma #TraumaHealing #DrCarolineLeaf #Neurocycle #HelpInAHurry #MindAndBrain #PostTraumaAnxiety #EmotionalSafety #BrainRewiring #HabitRecovery #MentalHealthTools #PsychologyPodcast


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Why do we sometimes panic when things finally get better? Why can rest, safety, or even joy register as unpredictable or unsafe?


In this episode, I walk you through what happens when a trauma-trained brain reacts to peace like it’s danger—and how your mind can gently redirect that response. You’ll learn what joy-triggered anxiety actually reflects, why the brain loops it so quickly, and how to retrain the pattern in a way that doesn’t rely on guilt or pressure.


If you're tired of waiting for the rug to be pulled out from under you, this video is for you.


📘 My new book Help in a Hurry is out now!

✏️ Rewire your mind, reclaim your peace, and save $50 on the new Help in a Hurry course—signed book included at www.helpinahurrycourse.com

Inside the book and course, I walk you through:

• How to interrupt trauma-trained reactions using the 5-step Neurocycle

• Tools for building joy tolerance gradually and intentionally

• Why your brain loops protective responses—and how your mind can step in

• Real language to redirect thought patterns in the moment


🧠 Explore the Neurocycle app: https://neurocycle.app

📨 Subscribe to Mental Mess Monday: https://drleaf.com/pages/newsletter

🎙️ Listen to all podcast episodes: https://drleaf.com/pages/podcast

🌐 Visit my website: https://www.drleaf.com


GET IN TOUCH:

📸 Instagram: / drcarolineleaf

🐦 Twitter: / drcarolineleaf

💻 Facebook: / drcarolineleaf


SPONSORS:


Nature's Sunshine: Nature's Sunshine is offering 20% off your first order plus free shipping. Go to naturessunshine.com and use the code DRLEAF at checkout.


MENO by O Positiv: Get 25% off your first purchase with code DRLEAF at checkout or visit opositiv.com/drleaf


Nurture Life: Head to NurtureLife.com/DRLEAF and use code DRLEAF for 55% off your first order PLUS free shipping.


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.

#JoyAfterTrauma #TraumaHealing #DrCarolineLeaf #Neurocycle #HelpInAHurry #MindAndBrain #PostTraumaAnxiety #EmotionalSafety #BrainRewiring #HabitRecovery #MentalHealthTools #PsychologyPodcast


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