Episode 359: Brain Fog, Burnout, and Decision Fatigue: How to Rebuild Your Brain's Capacity with Dr. Leigh Richardson

Host Erin Kerry sits down with Dr. Leigh Richardson, a licensed professional counselor with a PhD in psychology and the founder of the Brain Performance Center in Dallas, to unpack what happens when the brain becomes depleted. Together, they discuss what causes brain depletion, why stress and uncertainty make it so hard to decide and follow through, the four pillars of brain capital, how everyday "micro-crises" pile up, why sleep matters so much for brain recovery, and Leigh's new book, The Depleted Brain. You'll also learn why a depleted brain is a capacity problem and not a personal failure, how a simple 90-second pause can help reset your nervous system, and how to build a brain health plan for your whole family using Leigh's four S's: strength, stretch, support, and significance. Whether you're navigating perimenopause brain fog, running on empty as a busy mom, carrying the weight of constant decisions at work, or wondering if you'll ever feel as sharp as you used to, this conversation offers hope that your brain can refuel, and practical steps to start rebuilding your capacity today. Links Mentioned: • Dr. Leigh Richardson: drleighrichardson.com • The Brain Performance Center: thebrainperformancecenter.com • The Depleted Brain waitlist (99-cent ebook on October 7): https://braincapitalbook.com/waitlist-page • Join Erin's email list: https://erinbkerry.mykajabi.com/email-list Erin’s website: erinbkerry.com