the curious minds with dr. l podcast is currently on vacation. but there’s still gold in the archives. so take a listen to a few past episodes and let curiosity catalyze any change that you may want in your own life. thanks for listening.

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flipping the switch on negative thoughts

how do we use automatic negative thoughts to our advantage? what are the strategies that we can employ to ensure that we don't get bogged down by negative thoughts? and what is are the opportunities that come from imposter syndrome? all this and more with dr. l as she explores how to flip the switch on negative thoughts!

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how to pick your battles

how do you pick your battles so that your energy is invested in the right place? why does it matter to operate with values in mind versus ego? and how can you engage through the lens of calling in conversation rather than starting a war? at a time when conflict is abundant and arguments are red hot, dr. l hits the nail on the head with a purposeful look at picking your battles.

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the side hustle

what is the importance of having a side hustle? how do you learn from your side hustles and integrate them into your current projects? and does everyone need a side hustle? in this super-mini episode, dr. l shares her own side hustles and how one in particular has made her a better psychologist all around!

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a year in business

what did dr. l learn this year from launching a new business? how do these lessons apply to life, relationships, and personal development? and what can we all learn from a little self-reflection? join dr. l as she explores her first year in business with LIGHFBOX.

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new year | same you | better choices

how do you move into the new year from a new perspective? what parts of yourself are you trying to ignore or avoid but require integration for full self-understanding? and how can you learn from the year that just was? all this with dr. l as she unpacks the importance of bringing the wisdom from each year into the newest one. 

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managing food during the holidays

how can you find the balance between enjoyment and health? what are the stories that you tell yourself about food during the holidays? and what does 'food as fuel' really mean? in this episode, dr. l tackles food during the holidays. she provides concrete strategies that can help you get through the season feeling good about your choices and your health. 

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the pressure of gift giving

how do you reduce the pressure that you put on yourself for finding the perfect gift? what values do you need to tap into to get the best bang for your buck? and, what insecurities might be popping up around the season?

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the art of the pivot

how do we recognize when a pivot is necessary? what is the point of pivoting? and once we are ready, how do we actually make a pivot? Tune in as we unpack what goes into the art of the pivot. 

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the fine print on friendship

how do you know which friends are worth keeping and which aren't worth your time? how do you set boundaries with some friends, knowing both yours and their limitations? and what does it mean to truly engage in friendship?

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learning to fail forward

how do you understand your failures? what are the ways that you can flip failure upside down and grow from it? and, is it possible to shift our minds to see failure as an opportunity rather than a threat?

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owning your limitations

what is the purpose behind owning your limitations? how can you do so in a way that is empowering rather than self-deprecating? and what steps should you consider when acknowledging your limitations? on this week's curious minds mini episode, dr. l talks all about the importance of owning your limitations.

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radical acceptance

what is radical acceptance? how can we use radical acceptance to move us forward rather than remain stuck? why does radical acceptance allow us to move forward with greater intention and purpose? 

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managing election anxiety

how do you manage your anxiety during this time? how can you take a look at the things that you are doing - what you're reading, what you're listening to, and what you're watching - and adjust accordingly so that you weave in more joy and enjoyment? and, what does it mean to tolerate your anxiety during this time?

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the case for and against social media

how can you navigate the social media landscape and still keep your relationship with yourself in tact? what are the best strategies  that you can implement to have a better relationship with social media? why is it important to change your relationship to yourself and how can this serve your social media scrolling? this and more with dr. l on curious minds mini!

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growing resilience to shame

what is shame and how do we become resilient to it? how is shame different from guilt? what are the strategies that we need to build resilience and how can we practice these strategies more often? all this with dr. l on this week's curious minds mini.

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creating confidence during a time of crisis

how do we keep our confidence in tact when it feels like the world around us is falling apart? how do we keep our cool and maintain internal strength during a crisis? and what are the ways that we can pull from our energy reserves to stay afloat? this and more on this week’s mini!

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building better boundaries

what are boundaries and what makes them so important? what's all this talk about different types of boundaries and why does that matter? and how do we understand our own boundary system better?

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the truth about eating disorders

What are eating disorders? And how are eating disorders different from a diet or poor body image? What are the myths about eating disorders and what are the truths?

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understanding comparison

what makes us so prone to comparison? how is comparison rooted in belonging? what is the brain science behind this annoying behavior and how can we work to prevent comparison sucking us into a shame spiral?

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