Dr. Caroline Leaf Podcast

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.